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Vol.19 (2015)

No.6

(Nov)

Regular papers

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 717-726
Fuzzy Co-Clustering Induced by Multinomial Mixture Models
Abstract
Katsuhiro Honda, Shunnya Oshio, and Akira Notsu
Paper: pp. 727-737
Cognitive Training System for Dementia Prevention Using Memory Game Based on the Concept of Human-Agent Interaction
Abstract
Daisuke Kitakoshi, Ryo Hanada, Keitarou Iwata, and Masato Suzuki
Paper: pp. 738-746
A Maximizing Model of Spherical Bezdek-Type Fuzzy Multi-Medoids Clustering
Abstract
Yuchi Kanzawa
Paper: pp. 747-758
Improving Rough Set Rule-Based Classification by Supplementary Rules
Abstract
Masahiro Inuiguchi and Keisuke Washimi
Paper: pp. 759-765
On a Family of New Sequential Hard Clustering
Abstract
Yukihiro Hamasuna and Yasunori Endo
Paper: pp. 766-777
An Evolutionary Method for Associative Contrast Rule Mining from Incomplete Database
Abstract
Kaoru Shimada and Takashi Hanioka
Paper: pp. 778-784
A Comparison of Ligament Tensions Between Intra- and Extra-Articular Measurement in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
Abstract
Shogo Kawaguchi, Kouki Nagamune, Yuichiro Nishizawa, Shinya Oka, Daisuke Araki, Yuichi Hoshino, Takehiko Matsushita, Ryosuke Kuroda, and Masahiro Kurosaka
Paper: pp. 785-795
Design and Evaluation of Consumer-Oriented Reviewing Platform with Receipt Log
Abstract
Seiki Tokunaga, Akihiro Okushi, Sachio Saiki, Shinsuke Matsumoto, and Masahide Nakamura
Paper: pp. 796-803
Controller Designs for a Class of Polynomial Fuzzy Models
Abstract
Hugang Han and Yuta Higaki
Paper: pp. 804-809
Distributed Mining of Closed Patterns from Multi-Relational Data
Abstract
Yohei Kamiya and Hirohisa Seki
Paper: pp. 810-817
Partially Exclusive Item Partition in MMMs-Induced Fuzzy Co-Clustering and its Effects in Collaborative Filtering
Abstract
Katsuhiro Honda, Takaya Nakano, Chi-Hyon Oh, Seiki Ubukata, and Akira Notsu
Paper: pp. 818-824
On the Optimal Hyperparameter Behavior in Bayesian Clustering
Abstract
Keisuke Yamazaki
Paper: pp. 825-832
Q-Learning in Continuous State-Action Space with Noisy and Redundant Inputs by Using a Selective Desensitization Neural Network
Abstract
Takaaki Kobayashi, Takeshi Shibuya, and Masahiko Morita
Paper: pp. 833-842
Robust Estimation of Camera Homography by Fuzzy RANSAC Algorithm with Reinforcement Learning
Abstract
Toshihiko Watanabe, Takeshi Kamai, and Tomoki Ishimaru
Paper: pp. 843-851
Protein Entity Name Recognition Using Orthographic, Morphological and Proteinhood Features
Abstract
Sagara Sumathipala,Koichi Yamada, Muneyuki Unehara, and Izumi Suzuki
Paper: pp. 852-860
Bezdek-Type Fuzzified Co-Clustering Algorithm
Abstract
Yuchi Kanzawa
Paper: pp. 861-866
An Algebraic Aspect of Correspondences Between Implicational Fragment Logics and Fuzzy Logics
Abstract
Mayuka F. Kawaguchi and Michiro Kondo
Paper: pp. 867-879
Three Layers Framework Concept for Adjustable Artificial Intelligence
Abstract
Benoît Vallade, Alexandre David, and Tomoharu Nakashima
Paper: pp. 880-891
Marginal Model Synthesization Algorithm for Data Envelopment Analysis and its Application
Abstract
Koki Kyo and Hideo Noda
Paper: pp. 892-899
Priority Rule-Based Construction Procedure Combined with Genetic Algorithm for Flexible Job-Shop Scheduling Problem
Abstract
Soichiro Yokoyama, Hiroyuki Iizuka, and Masahito Yamamoto
Paper: pp. 900-906
On Hierarchical Linguistic-Based Clustering
Abstract
Naohiko Kinoshita, Yasunori Endo, and Akira Sugawara

No.5

(Sep)

Regular papers

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 575-580
Minimax Portfolio Optimization Under Interval Uncertainty
Abstract
Meng Yuan, Xu Lin, Junzo Watada, and Vladik Kreinovich
Paper: pp. 581-584
How Design Quality Improves with Increasing Computational Abilities: General Formulas and Case Study of Aircraft Fuel Efficiency
Abstract
Joe Lorkowski, Olga Kosheleva, Vladik Kreinovich, and Sergei Soloviev
Paper: pp. 585-592
Optimal Outpatient Appointment System with Uncertain Parameters Using Adaptive-Penalty Genetic Algorithm
Abstract
Napat Harnpornchai, Kittawit Autchariyapanitkul, Jirakom Sirisrisakulchai, and Songsak Sriboonchitta
Paper: pp. 593-600
Difference Between Chinese and US Stock Markets: Determinants, Mechanisms, and Impact
Abstract
Bing Xu, Qiuqin He, Jun Qian, and Jiangping Dong
Paper: pp. 601-610
Risk Evaluation of Strategic Emerging Industries’ Technical Standards Alliances: The Ecosystem Perspective
Abstract
Jing Hu and Yueyi Zhang
Paper: pp. 611-618
Using Brainwaves and Eye Tracking to Determine Attention Levels for Auto-Lighting Systems
Abstract
Junzo Watada, Yung-Chin Hsiao, and Hanayuki Kitagawa
Paper: pp. 619-623
Portfolio Optimization of Financial Returns Using Fuzzy Approach with NSGA-II Algorithm
Abstract
Jirakom Sirisrisakulchai, Kittawit Autchariyapanitkul, Napat Harnpornchai, and Songsak Sriboonchitta
Paper: pp. 624-631
Fuzzy c-Means with Quadratic Penalty-Vector Regularization Using Kullback-Leibler Information for Uncertain Data
Abstract
Naohiko Kinoshita, Yasunori Endo, and Yukihiro Hamasuna
Paper: pp. 632-638
On Objective-Based Rough Clustering with Fuzzy-Set Representation
Abstract
Naohiko Kinoshita, Yasunori Endo, and Ken Onishi
Paper: pp. 639-644
On Estimation of Tangential Force in Railways Brake Systems by Fuzzy Inference
Abstract
Toru Sano, Yasunori Endo, Shin-ichi Nakazawa, and Daisuke Hijikata
Paper: pp. 645-654
The Improvement of Optimality Test over Possible Reaction Set in Bilevel Linear Optimization with Ambiguous Objective Function of the Follower
Abstract
Puchit Sariddichainunta and Masahiro Inuiguchi
Paper: pp. 655-661
On Sequential Cluster Extraction Based on L1-Regularized Possibilistic c-Means
Abstract
Yukihiro Hamasuna and Yasunori Endo
Paper: pp. 662-669
A Maximizing Model of Bezdek-Like Spherical Fuzzy c-Means
Abstract
Yuchi Kanzawa
Paper: pp. 670-675
Multi-Dimension Uncertain Linear Quadratic Optimal Control with Cross Term
Abstract
Yuefen Chen and Bo Li
Paper: pp. 676-680
Security Risk Assessment: Towards a Justification for the Security Risk Factor Table Model
Abstract
Beverly Rivera, Francisco Zapata, and Vladik Kreinovich
Paper: pp. 681-687
Analysis of Pareto Solutions Based on Non-Correspondence in Spread Between Objective Space and Design Variable Space
Abstract
Toru Yoshida and Tomohiro Yoshikawa
Paper: pp. 688-696
Visualizing State of Time-Series Data by Supervised Gaussian Process Dynamical Models
Abstract
Nobuhiko Yamaguchi
Paper: pp. 697-707
Finding All Solutions of Systems of Nonlinear Equations Using Spiral Dynamics Inspired Optimization with Clustering
Abstract
Kuntjoro Adji Sidarto and Adhe Kania

No.4

(Jul)

Regular papers

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 491-499
A Heuristic Algorithm Based on Leadership Strategy: Leader of Dolphin Herd Algorithm (LDHA)
Abstract
Jianqiang Zhao, Kao Ge, and Kangyao Xu
Paper: pp. 500-507
Understanding the Influence of Interest Rate Liberalization on Economic Structure and Monetary Policy
Abstract
Xiaowen Hu, Bing Xu, and Shangfeng Zhang
Paper: pp. 508-513
Solving the Dynamic Stochastic General Equilibrium Model with Stochastic Volatility: An Application in China
Abstract
Shangfeng Zhang, Yuying Wang, and Bing Xu
Paper: pp. 514-522
Complex Multi-Issue Negotiation Using Utility Hyper-Graphs
Abstract
Rafik Hadfi and Takayuki Ito
Paper: pp. 523-531
Unsupervised Part-Based Scene Modeling for Map Matching
Abstract
Kanji Tanaka and Shogo Hanada
Paper: pp. 532-543
Motion Segmentation and Recognition for Imitation Learning and Influence of Bias for Learning Walking Motion of Humanoid Robot Based on Human Demonstrated Motion
Abstract
Yasutake Takahashi, Hiroki Hatano, Yosuke Maida, Kazuyuki Usui, and Yoichiro Maeda
Paper: pp. 544-554
Mathematical Morphology Based Image Segmentation and Character String Extraction Using Fuzzy Inference
Abstract
Jianjun Chen and Noboru Takagi
Paper: pp. 555-566
A Class Association Rule Based Classifier Using Probability Density Functions for Intrusion Detection Systems
Abstract
Shingo Mabu, Wenjing Li, and Kotaro Hirasawa

No.3

(May)

Regular papers

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 335-342
The Determinants of the Textile Index: Linear or Nonlinear
Abstract
Bing Xu, Jinghui He, and Yanyun Yao
Paper: pp. 343-348
The Research of the Distributed Resource-Aware K-means Clustering Algorithm
Abstract
Xiaoni Wang
Paper: pp. 349-358
Fuzzy Control for a Kite-Based Tethered Flying Robot
Abstract
Yasutake Takahashi, Tohru Ishii, Chiaki Todoroki, Yoichiro Maeda, and Takayuki Nakamura
Paper: pp. 359-364
Hybrid Genetic Algorithm Based on Chaotic Migration Strategy for Solving Flow Shop Scheduling Problem with Fuzzy Delivery Time
Abstract
Wen-Zhan Dai and Kai Xia
Paper: pp. 365-371
Approach to Hybrid Flow-Shop Scheduling Problem Based on Self-Guided Genetic Algorithm
Abstract
Wen-Zhan Dai and Kai Xia
Paper: pp. 372-380
Fully Automated Determination of Femoral Coordinate System in CT Image Based on Epicondyles
Abstract
Yosuke Uozumi, Kouki Nagamune, Naoki Nakano, Kanto Nagai, Daisuke Araki, Yuichi Hoshino, Takehiko Matsushita, Ryosuke Kuroda, and Masahiro Kurosaka
Paper: pp. 381-388
A MultiBoosting Based Transfer Learning Algorithm
Abstract
Xiaobo Liu, Guangjun Wang, Zhihua Cai, and Harry Zhang
Paper: pp. 389-396
Asymmetric Quantitative Model of Coexceedances and its Applications to the Study of Contagion Mechanism of the Financial Crisis
Abstract
Xiaorong Yang, Jie Chen, and Chun He
Paper: pp. 397-406
Financial Conditions Index Construction Through Weighted Lp-Norm Support Vector Regression
Abstract
Ya-Fen Ye, Yue-Xiang Jiang, Yuan-Hai Shao, and Chun-Na Li
Paper: pp. 407-416
Wavelet Lp-Norm Support Vector Regression with Feature Selection
Abstract
Ya-Fen Ye, Yuan-Hai Shao, and Chun-Na Li
Paper: pp. 417-422
A Stock Trading Strategy Based on Time-Varying Quantile Theory
Abstract
Tiantian Liu, Ning Qiu, and Wentao Gu
Paper: pp. 423-429
A Simulation Research on Inventory Cost of Custom Product Under E-commerce Circumstances
Abstract
Shuangjiao Fan and Xuping Wang
Paper: pp. 430-438
Nonparametric Optimization of Preference in Technical Efficiency in China
Abstract
Juying Zeng
Paper: pp. 439-446
Polynomial Controller Design Using Disturbance Observer
Abstract
Hugang Han and Hak-Keung Lam
Paper: pp. 447-455
A Hybrid Particle Swarm Optimization and Neural Network with Fuzzy Membership Function Technique for Epileptic Seizure Classification
Abstract
Khaled A. Abuhasel, Abdullah M. Iliyasu, and Chastine Fatichah
Paper: pp. 456-464
Coordination of Monetary and Exchange Rate Policy in China: Market Interest Rate Approach
Abstract
Bing Xu, Qiuqin He, and Xiaowen Hu
Paper: pp. 465-473
Asset Structure and Solvency of Insurance Companies in China with Path Identification Model
Abstract
Bing Xu, Lingling Pan, and Jingwen Yang
Paper: pp. 474-478
Multiple Description Based on Fractal
Abstract
Jie Yang
Paper: pp. 479-484
Quantitative Analysis Method of EXRBAC Model with N-Dimensional Security Entropy
Abstract
Likun Cai, Yaping Dai, Qian He, Linhui Zhao, and Xiangyang Liu

No.2

(Mar)

Regular papers

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 173-184
Multi-Robot Behavior Adaptation to Humans’ Intention in Human-Robot Interaction Using Information-Driven Fuzzy Friend-Q Learning
Abstract
Lue-Feng Chen, Zhen-Tao Liu, Min Wu, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 185-190
A Switched Extend Kalman-Filter for Visual Servoing Applied in Nonholonomic Robot with the FOV Constraint
Abstract
Yuan Fang, Zhang Xiaoyong, Huang Zhiwu, Wentao Yu, and Yabo Wang
Paper: pp. 191-196
Distributed Cooperation Based Priority Coverage Control Strategy for Mobile Sensors
Abstract
Zhi Zheng and Zhihong Peng
Paper: pp. 197-204
Joint Spectrum Sensing and Data Transmission Optimization for Energy Efficiency in Cognitive Radio Sensor Networks: A Dynamic Cooperative Method
Abstract
Yi Li, Jun Peng, Fu Jiang, Kaiyang Liu, and Xiaoyong Zhang
Paper: pp. 205-211
App Controllable Intelligent Desk Lamp System
Abstract
Yu Ping Liao, Ruei Chang Lu, Pang Tzu Liu, Jing Xiang Cao, and Ko Chi Wei
Paper: pp. 212-216
Basic Study on the Classification of Time Series Data Using a Frequency Integrated Spherical Hidden Markov Self Organizing Map
Abstract
Gen Niina, Hiroshi Dozono, and Kazuhiro Muramatsu
Paper: pp. 217-224
Fuzzy Association Rule Mining Based Myocardial Ischemia Diagnosis on ECG Signal
Abstract
Tianyu Li, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 225-231
Neural Network Structure Analysis Based on Hierarchical Force-Directed Graph Drawing for Multi-Task Learning
Abstract
Atsushi Shibata, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 232-238
A Hierarchical Experimental Simulation Platform of Coking Production
Abstract
Hui Yan, Qi Lei, and Min Wu
Paper: pp. 239-246
Robust H Damping Control of Multi-FACTS Devices for Stability Enhancement of Power Systems with Signal’s Time Delay
Abstract
Fang Liu, Min Wu, Danyun Li, Yong He, and Ryuichi Yokoyama
Paper: pp. 247-254
Design and Implementation of Intelligent Event-Driven Human-Computer Interface on Vehicles
Abstract
Jia Zhang, Sheng-Li Xu, and Fang Deng
Paper: pp. 255-263
Location Detection of Informative Bright Region in Tunnel Scenes Using Lighting and Traffic Lane Cues
Abstract
Jiajun Lu, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 264-268
Measuring the Polarization Degree Based on Optimal Window Median Filtering Algorithm
Abstract
Yange Lv, Liyan Pang, and Guohun Zhu
Paper: pp. 269-276
Modeling of High Temperature Gas Flow 3D Distribution in BF Throat Based on the Computational Fluid Dynamics
Abstract
Jian Qi An, Kai Peng, Wei Hua Cao, and Min Wu
Paper: pp. 277-283
Ground Target Tracking and Collision Avoidance for UAV Based Guidance Vector Field
Abstract
Zhihong Peng and Zhimin Chen
Paper: pp. 284-292
Fuzzy Set Representation of Kansei Texture and its Visualization for Online Shopping
Abstract
Hidenori Sakaniwa, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 293-300
Motion Control of a Wheeled Inverted Pendulum Using Equivalent-Input-Disturbance Approach
Abstract
Qi Shi, Zhejun Fang, Jinhua She, Junya Imani, and Yasuhiro Ohyama
Paper: pp. 301-306
Cooperative Salvo Attack Using Guidance Law of Multiple Missiles
Abstract
Jie Zeng, Lihua Dou, and Bin Xin
Paper: pp. 307-311
Active Learning Based on Manual Skills for Students in Mechatronics Course
Abstract
Liang Xiao, Jie Zhang, Jinhua She, and Shumei Chen
Paper: pp. 312-318
PSO Based Deterministic ESN Models for Stock Price Forecasting
Abstract
Jingpei Dan, Wenbo Guo, Weiren Shi, Bin Fang, and Tingping Zhang
Paper: pp. 319-329
Still Corresponding Points Extraction Using a Moving Monocular Camera with a Motion Sensor
Abstract
Toshihiro Akamatsu, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota

No.1

(Jan)

Selected Papers from SCIS&ISIS2012

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 5-10
Run-Length Encoding Graphic Rules Applied to DNA-Coded Images and Animation Editable by Polymerase Chain Reactions
Abstract
Yuki Hara and Tomonori Kawano
Paper: pp. 11-22
A Robust Visual-Feature-Extraction Method for Simultaneous Localization and Mapping in Public Outdoor Environment
Abstract
Gangchen Hua and Osamu Hasegawa
Paper: pp. 23-28
On Cluster Extraction from Relational Data Using L1-Regularized Possibilistic Assignment Prototype Algorithm
Abstract
Yukihiro Hamasuna and Yasunori Endo
Paper: pp. 29-35
On Objective-Based Rough Hard and Fuzzy c-Means Clustering
Abstract
Naohiko Kinoshita and Yasunori Endo
Paper: pp. 36-42
On Objective-Based Rough c-Regression
Abstract
Akira Sugawara, Yasunori Endo, and Naohiko Kinoshita
Paper: pp. 43-50
Fuzzy Multisets in Granular Hierarchical Structures Generated from Free Monoids
Abstract
Tetsuya Murai, Sadaaki Miyamoto, Masahiro Inuiguchi, Yasuo Kudo, and Seiki Akama
Paper: pp. 51-57
Semi-Supervised Sequential Kernel Regression Models with Penalty Functions
Abstract
Hengjin Tang, Sadaaki Miyamoto, and Yasunori Endo
Paper: pp. 58-66
Comparison of Knowledge Acquisition Methods for Dynamic Scheduling of Wafer Test Processes with Unpredictable Testing Errors
Abstract
Tsubasa Matsuo, Masahiro Inuiguchi, and Kenichiro Masunaga
Paper: pp. 67-73
Sequential Cluster Extraction Using Power-Regularized Possibilistic c-Means
Abstract
Yuchi Kanzawa
Paper: pp. 74-90
Inference with Fuzzy Rule Interpolation at an Infinite Number of Activating Points
Abstract
Kiyohiko Uehara and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 91-99
Deep Level Emotion Understanding Using Customized Knowledge for Human-Robot Communication
Abstract
Jesus Adrian Garcia Sanchez, Kazuhiro Ohnishi, Atsushi Shibata, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 100-108
A Study of Application Cosine Similarity and HOSVD for Questionnaire Data
Abstract
YosukeWatanabe, Tomohiro Yoshikawa, and Takeshi Furuhashi
Paper: pp. 109-117
An Approach to Obtain Proper Time for Interruption with Self Initiated Intermission
Abstract
Shreejana Prajapati, Koichi Yamada, and Muneyuki Unehara
Paper: pp. 118-126
Classification of Evoked Emotions Using an Artificial Neural Network Based on Single, Short-Term Physiological Signals
Abstract
Shanbin Zhang, Guangyuan Liu, and Xiangwei Lai
Paper: pp. 127-133
Speed-Sensorless Vector Control Based on ANN MRAS for Induction Motor Drives
Abstract
Kai Xu and Shanchao Liu
Paper: pp. 134-142
Bloch Sphere-Based Representation for Quantum Emotion Space
Abstract
Fei Yan, Abdullah M. Iliyasu, Zhen-Tao Liu, Ahmed S. Salama, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota

Selected Papers from SCIS&ISIS2012

Paper: pp. 143-151
Evaluation of Hand-Eye Coordination Based on Brain Activity
Abstract
Satoshi Miura, Yo Kobayashi, Kazuya Kawamura, Masatoshi Seki, Yasutaka Nakashima, Takehiko Noguchi, Yuki Yokoo, and Masakatsu G. Fujie
Paper: pp. 152-157
Supporting System for Quiz in Large Class – Automatic Keyword Extraction and Browsing Interface –
Abstract
Haruhiko Takase, Hiroharu Kawanaka, and Shinji Tsuruoka
Paper: pp. 158-164
Camera Modeling for 3D Sensing Using Fuzzy Modeling Concept Based on Stereo Vision
Abstract
Toshihiko Watanabe and Yuichi Saito

Vol.18 (2014)

No.6

(Nov)

Special Issue on Forum for Interdisciplinary Mathematics 2013
Selected Papers from SCIS&ISIS2012

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 875-887
A Study on Guiding an Attention Direction of a Driver by an Ambient Visual Mark
Abstract
Hiroshi Takahashi
Paper: pp. 888-895
Implementation of High-Precision Magnetostrictive-Type Liquid Level Measurement System UsingWavelet Transform
Abstract
Woo-Jin Choi and John-Tark Lee
Paper: pp. 896-907
Visualizing Fuzzy Relationship in Bibliographic Big Data Using Hybrid Approach Combining Fuzzy c-Means and Newman-Girvan Algorithm
Abstract
Maslina Zolkepli, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 908-917
Discrete Sliding-Mode Control for a Class of T-S Fuzzy Models with Modeling Error
Abstract
Hugang Han and Hak-Keung Lam
Paper: pp. 918-925
Rule Representation for Nursing-Care Process Evaluation Using Decision Tree Techniques
Abstract
Manabu Nii, Kazunobu Takahama, Shota Miyake, Atsuko Uchinuno, and Reiko Sakashita

Special Issue on Forum for Interdisciplinary Mathematics 2013

Editorial: pp. 927-928
Forum for Interdisciplinary Mathematics 2013
Hiroshi Sakai, Hiroaki Ishii, and Junzo Watada

This special issue focuses on recent research in interdisciplinary mathematics and mathematical sciences. For the last four decades, the Forum for Interdisciplinary Mathematics (FIM), a society for researchers in mathematical sciences, has focused on mathematics, combinatorics, statistics, operations research, computer science, fuzzy sets, rough sets, bioinformatics, etc.

The 22nd International Conference of FIM on Interdisciplinary Mathematics, Statistics and Computational Techniques (IMSCT 2013-FIM XXII) was held in Kitakyushu, Japan, on November 10-12, 2013. This conference was organized by the International Society of Management (ISME international), the Graduate School of Information, Production and Systems, Waseda University, in conjunction with FIM. IMSCT 2013-FIM XXII was attended by faculty members, researchers, specialists, and graduate students from around the world.

The 50 papers presented included keynote speeches by Professor Bhu Dev Sharma, Professor Milan Vlach, and Professor Tomonari Suzuki, together with five plenary talks. To promote FIMfs activities, guest editors had also planned to invite public participation in this special issue accepting nine papers, four selected papers from the conference and five papers closely related to this special issue. Each paper underwent strict peer reviews.

The first paper, Crisp and Fuzzy Granular Hierarchical Structures Generated from a Free Monoid, by Tetsuya Murai, Sadaaki Miyamoto, Masahiro Inuiguchi, Yasuo Kudo, and Seiki Akama, proposes a granular hierarchy, and characterizes the mathematical structure based on fuzzy multisets, fuzzy sets, and rough multisets. This granular hierarchy includes Yagerfs fuzzy multisets and Zadehfs fuzzy sets, offering a general framework.

The second paper, Variable Neighborhood Model for Agent Control Introducing Accessibility Relations Between Agents with Linear Temporal Logic, by Seiki Ubukata, Tetsuya Murai, Yasuo Kudo, and Seiki Akama, discusses a variable neighborhood model based on a Kripke framework, and applies this model to introducing the agentfs personal space. The autho...<more>

Paper: pp. 929-936
Crisp and Fuzzy Granular Hierarchical Structures Generated from a Free Monoid
Abstract
Tetsuya Murai, Sadaaki Miyamoto, Masahiro Inuiguchi, Yasuo Kudo, and Seiki Akama
Paper: pp. 937-945
Variable Neighborhood Model for Agent Control Introducing Accessibility Relations Between Agents with Linear Temporal Logic
Abstract
Seiki Ubukata, Tetsuya Murai, Yasuo Kudo, and Seiki Akama
Paper: pp. 946-952
Estimating Writing Neatness from Online Handwritten Data
Abstract
Motoki Miura and Takamichi Toda
Paper: pp. 953-961
Application of Rough Set-Based Information Analysis to Questionnaire Data
Abstract
Naoto Yamaguchi, Mao Wu, Michinori Nakata, and Hiroshi Sakai
Paper: pp. 962-970
Analysis of Consistent Equilibria in a Mixed Duopoly
Abstract
Vyacheslav V. Kalashnikov, Vladimir A. Bulavsky, Nataliya I. Kalashnykova, Junzo Watada, and Diego de Jesús Hernández-Rodríguez
Paper: pp. 971-984
Mixed Oligopoly: Analysis of Consistent Equilibria
Abstract
Vyacheslav V. Kalashnikov, Vladimir A. Bulavsky, Nataliya I. Kalashnykova, Junzo Watada, and Diego de Jesús Hernández-Rodríguez
Paper: pp. 985-991
Interest Rate Liberalization and Fiscal Policy in China: A New Keynesian DSGE Model
Abstract
Bing Xu, Qiuqin He, Xiaowen Hu, and Shangfeng Zhang
Paper: pp. 992-998
Mutually Dependent Markov Decision Processes
Abstract
Toshiharu Fujita and Akifumi Kira
Paper: pp. 999-1006
Monthly Maximum Accumulated Precipitation Forecasting Using Local Precipitation Data and Global Climate Modes
Abstract
Junaida Binti Sulaiman, Herdianti Darwis, and Hideo Hirose

Selected Papers from SCIS&ISIS2012

Paper: pp. 1007-1012
On Bayesian Clustering with a Structured Gaussian Mixture
Abstract
Keisuke Yamazaki
Paper: pp. 1013-1019
Clinical Nurses’ Awareness Structure of Delirium – An Analysis of Spontaneous Utterances in a Group Interview by DEMATEL Method –
Abstract
Takayuki Kawaura and Yasuyuki Sugatani
Paper: pp. 1020-1025
Communication Support System Between Japanese Patients and Foreign Doctors Using Onomatopoeia to Express Pain Symptoms
Abstract
Maki Sakamoto, Yuya Ueda, Ryuichi Doizaki, and Yuichiro Shimizu
Paper: pp. 1026-1033
Hierarchical Bayesian Model for Diffuse Optical Tomography of the Human Brain: Human Experimental Study
Abstract
Okito Yamashita, Takeaki Shimokawa, Takashi Kosaka, Takashi Amita, Yoshihiro Inoue, and Masa-aki Sato
Paper: pp. 1034-1043
Effective Method for Wind and Solar Power Grid Systems Based on Recurrent Neural Networks
Abstract
Keisuke Kimura, Takayuki Kimura, Takefumi Hiraguri, and Kenya Jin’no
Paper: pp. 1044-1052
User Kansei Clothing Image Retrieval System
Abstract
Takaki Urai and Masataka Tokumaru

No.5

(Sep)

Regular papers

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 701-713
Artificial Neural Networks for Earthquake Anomaly Detection
Abstract
Aditya Sriram, Shahryar Rahanamayan, and Farid Bourennani
Paper: pp. 714-727
Preventing Large-Scale Emergencies in Modern Power Systems: AI Approach
Abstract
Michael Negnevitsky, Nikita V. Tomin, and Christian Rehtanz
Paper: pp. 728-735
Advanced Concept Offshore Wind Turbine Development
Abstract
Abdollah A. Afjeh, Brett Andersen, Jin Woo Lee, Mahdi Norouzi, and Efstratios Nikolaidis
Paper: pp. 736-744
3D Measurement of a Moving Object Using a Moving Camera Attached with a 6-Axis Sensor
Abstract
Toshihiro Akamatsu, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 745-751
Swarming Algorithm for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Quadrotors – Swarm Behavior for Aggregation, Foraging, Formation, and Tracking –
Abstract
Argel A. Bandala, Elmer P. Dadios, Ryan Rhay P. Vicerra, and Laurence A. Gan Lim
Paper: pp. 752-754
Optimizing Friction Stir Welding of Al 6061 Alloy Using Statistical Analysis
Abstract
Dae Min Kang, Kyoung Do Park, and Dai Yeal Lee
Paper: pp. 755-763
Solar-Powered Field Server and Aerator Development for Lake Palakpakin
Abstract
Dominic B. Solpico, Nathaniel J. C. Libatique, Gregory L. Tangonan, Paul M. Cabacungan, Guillaume Girardot, Ramon M. Macaraig, Teresita R. Perez, and Andrea Teran
Paper: pp. 764-768
Femtosecond Pulsed Laser Deposition of Graphite on Silicon and Copper Foil
Abstract
Mary Ann Calleja, Annaliza Amo, Jessa Jayne Miranda, Floyd Willis Patricio, and Wilson Garcia
Paper: pp. 769-775
Swarm Robot System for Underwater Communication Network
Abstract
Ryan Rhay P. Vicerra, Elmer P. Dadios, Argel A. Bandala, and Laurence A. Gan Lim
Paper: pp. 776-783
Synchronized Dual Camera Vision System for Locating and Identify Highly Dynamic Objects
Abstract
Noel S. Gunay, Elmer P. Dadios, Ryan Rhay P. Vicerra, Argel A. Bandala, and Laurence A. Gan Lim
Paper: pp. 784-791
Bag-of-Bounding-Boxes: An Unsupervised Approach for Object-Level View Image Retrieval
Abstract
Kanji Tanaka, Masatoshi Ando, and Yousuke Inagaki
Paper: pp. 792-797
Implementation of Wavelets and Artificial Neural Networks in Colonic Histopathological Classification
Abstract
Samantha Denise F. Hilado, Laurence A. Gan Lim, Raouf N. G. Naguib, Elmer P. Dadios, and Jose Maria C. Avila
Paper: pp. 798-804
Selection of Logistic Web Services Based on Fuzzy Evaluation on Principal Component of Quality of Service
Abstract
Dongmin Li and Huanshui Zhang
Paper: pp. 805-811
Neuro-Fuzzy Control Techniques for Optimal Water Quality Index in a Small Scale Tiger Prawn Aquaculture Setup
Abstract
Reggie C. Gustilo, Elmer P. Dadios, Edwin Calilung, and Laurence A. Gan Lim
Paper: pp. 812-817
Weather Forecasting Using Artificial Neural Network and Bayesian Network
Abstract
Klent Gomez Abistado, Catherine N. Arellano, and Elmer A. Maravillas
Paper: pp. 818-822
Label Propagation for Text Classification Using Latent Topics
Abstract
Akiko Eriguchi and Ichiro Kobayashi
Paper: pp. 823-829
Estimation of Seaweed Twist Based on Diffusion Kernels in Physical Simulation
Abstract
Jun Ogawa, Masahito Yamamoto, and Masashi Furukawa
Paper: pp. 830-838
A Three-Dimensional Evaluation of EndoButton Displacement Direction After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in CT Image Using Tunnel Axis
Abstract
Yosuke Uozumi, Kouki Nagamune, Naoki Nakano, Kanto Nagai, Yuichiro Nishizawa, Yuichi Hoshino, Takehiko Matsushita, Ryosuke Kuroda, and Masahiro Kurosaka
Paper: pp. 839-848
Collision Avoidance in Multiple-Ship Situations by Distributed Local Search
Abstract
Dong-Gyun Kim, Katsutoshi Hirayama, and Gyei-Kark Park
Paper: pp. 849-855
A Study on Computational Time Reduction of Road Obstacle Detection by Parallel Image Processor
Abstract
Yutaro Okamoto, Chinthaka Premachandra, and Kiyotaka Kato
Paper: pp. 856-864
Quantitative Common Sense Estimation System and its Application for Membership Function Generation
Abstract
Yuta Hayakawa and Masafumi Hagiwara

No.4

(Jul)

Selected Papers from SCIS&ISIS2012

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 469-473
Importance of Computational Intelligent in Proteomics
Abstract
Kabir Mamun and Alok Sharma
Paper: pp. 474-479
Protein Structural Class Prediction via k-Separated Bigrams Using Position Specific Scoring Matrix
Abstract
Harsh Saini, Gaurav Raicar, Alok Sharma, Sunil Lal, Abdollah Dehzangi, Rajeshkannan Ananthanarayanan, James Lyons, Neela Biswas, and Kuldip K. Paliwal
Paper: pp. 480-488
Segmented Wavelet Decomposition for Capnogram Feature Extraction in Asthma Classification
Abstract
Janet Pomares Betancourt, Martin Leonard Tangel, Fei Yan, Marianella Otaño Diaz, Alejandro Ernesto Portela Otaño, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 489-498
Foot Age Estimation System from Walking Dynamics Based on Fuzzy Logic
Abstract
Takahiro Takeda, Yoshitada Sakai, Syoji Kobashi, Kei Kuramoto, and Yutaka Hata
Paper: pp. 499-510
Visual Attention Region Prediction Based on Eye Tracking Using Fuzzy Inference
Abstract
Mao Wang, Yoichiro Maeda, and Yasutake Takahashi
Paper: pp. 511-517
Image Labeling by Integration of Local Co-Occurrence Histogram and Global Features
Abstract
Takuto Omiya and Kazuhiro Hotta
Paper: pp. 518-528
An Efficient Super Resolution Based on Image Dimensionality Reduction Using Accumulative Intensity Gradient
Abstract
Muhammad Haris, Kazuhito Sawase, Muhammad Rahmat Widyanto, and Hajime Nobuhara
Paper: pp. 529-537
An Ultrasound Technique of Bone Thickness Estimation for Pedicle Screw Insertion
Abstract
Muhamad Khairul Ali Hassan, Kouki Nagamune, Kenichiro Kakutani, Koichiro Maeno, Kotaro Nishida, and Masahiro Kurosaka
Paper: pp. 538-548
Fuzzy Cognitive Maps and Bacterial Evolutionary Algorithm Approach to Integrated Waste Management Systems
Abstract
Adrienn Buruzs, Miklós Ferenc Hatwágner, and László Tamás Kóczy
Paper: pp. 549-557
Robust Watermarking Using n-Diagonalization Based on Householder Transform
Abstract
Jaesung Park, Kazuhito Sawase, and Hajime Nobuhara
Paper: pp. 558-566
How Does High Frequency Risk Hedge Activity Have an Affect on Underlying Market?: Analysis by Artificial Market Model
Abstract
Saki Kawakubo, Kiyoshi Izumi, and Shinobu Yoshimura
Paper: pp. 573-580
A Two-Phase Complete Algorithm for Multi-Objective Distributed Constraint Optimization
Abstract
Alexandre Medi, Tenda Okimoto, and Katsumi Inoue
Paper: pp. 581-589
A GPU-Based Programming Framework for Highly-Scalable Multi-Agent Traffic Simulations
Abstract
Yoshihito Sano and Naoki Fukuta
Paper: pp. 590-597
Greedy Network Growth Model of Social Network Service
Abstract
Shohei Usui, Fujio Toriumi, Masato Matsuo, Takatsugu Hirayama, and Kenji Mase
Paper: pp. 598-607
SIR-Extended Information Diffusion Model of False Rumor and its Prevention Strategy for Twitter
Abstract
Yoshiyuki Okada, Keisuke Ikeda, Kosuke Shinoda, Fujio Toriumi, Takeshi Sakaki,Kazuhiro Kazama, Masayuki Numao, Itsuki Noda, and Satoshi Kurihara
Paper: pp. 608-615
Efficient Deal Identification by Constraint Relaxation for Collaborative Decision Making Using Negotiation
Abstract
Raiye Hailu and Takayuki Ito
Paper: pp. 616-623
Influence of Payoff in Meta-Rewards Game
Abstract
Fujio Toriumi, Hitoshi Yamamoto, and Isamu Okada
Paper: pp. 624-631
Analysis of a Public Good Game Permitted New Entries: a Role of Defectors to Maintain Cooperation
Abstract
Hitoshi Yamamoto, Isamu Okada, and Yuki Ogawa
Paper: pp. 632-647
Estimation of Locations of Densely Distributed Subjects Using NMF with Nonpixel Information
Abstract
Yusuke Kubo, Masao Kubo, Hiroshi Sato, and Akira Namatame

Selected Papers from SCIS&ISIS2012

Paper: pp. 649-657
Decimation-Free Directional Filter Banks for Classification and Numbering on Posterior Dental Radiography Using Mesiodistal Neck Detection
Abstract
Agus Zainal Arifin, Anny Yuniarti, Wijayanti Nurul Khotimah, Arya Yudhi Wijaya, Ahmad Mustofa Hadi, Naser Jawas, and Eha Renwi Astuti
Paper: pp. 658-664
Improvement of PCA-Based Approximate Nearest Neighbor Search Using Distance Statistics
Abstract
Toshiro Ogita, Hidetomo Ichihashi, Akira Notsu, and Katsuhiro Honda
Paper: pp. 665-671
Implementation of an Intelligent System for Identifying Vessels Exhibiting Abnormal Navigation Patterns
Abstract
Do-Yeon Kim, Jung-Sik Jeong, Geonung Kim, Hwa-Young Kim, and Taeho Hong
Paper: pp. 672-681
A Probabilistic WKL Rule for Incremental Feature Learning and Pattern Recognition
Abstract
Jasmin Léveillé, Isao Hayashi, and Kunihiko Fukushima
Paper: pp. 682-696
Incremental Learning on a Budget and its Application to Quick Maximum Power Point Tracking of Photovoltaic Systems
Abstract
Koichiro Yamauchi

No.3

(May)

Special Issue on CogInfoCom 2012
Selected Papers from SCIS&ISIS2012

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 253-261
Dental Numbering for Periapical Radiograph Based on Multiple Fuzzy Attribute Approach
Abstract
Martin Leonard Tangel, Chastine Fatichah, Fei Yan, Janet Pomares Betancourt, Muhammad Rahmat Widyanto, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 262-270
Multi-Objective Optimal Fuzzy Fractional-Order PID Controller Design
Abstract
Amir Hajiloo and Wen-Fang Xie
Paper: pp. 271-279
Complex Control Models with Parametric Families of Fuzzy Constrains in Evaluation of Resort Management System
Abstract
Elisabeth Rakus-Andersson
Paper: pp. 280-288
Rough Set Approach with Imperfect Data Based on Dempster-Shafer Theory
Abstract
Do Van Nguyen, Koichi Yamada, and Muneyuki Unehara
Paper: pp. 289-296
Multi-q Extension of Tsallis Entropy Based Fuzzy c-Means Clustering
Abstract
Makoto Yasuda and Yasuyuki Orito
Paper: pp. 297-304
An Assessment Tool for Effective Monitoring of Autonomic Nervous System Activity in Healthy People
Abstract
Takuto Yanagida, Yoshimitsu Okita, Harunobu Nakamura, Toshifumi Sugiura, and Hidenori Mimura

Special Issue on CogInfoCom 2012

Editorial: p. 305
CogInfoCom 2012
Hassan Charaf

Cognitive infocommunications (CogInfoCom) investigates connections between the cognitive sciences and different areas of infocommunications. CogInfoCom also focuses on engineering application fields integrating related scientific areas and results.

Cognitive infocommunications systems involve hardware and software components that collect and store information and enable users to interact with this information. Besides communication security, considerations include the amount of stored information, which may be huge. This means that there is a need for algorithms and solutions that store and process data effectively. The CogInfoCom field presents a number of motivational challenges requiring active deep research, implementation, integration and measurement.

This special issue focuses on the Cognitive Mobile Applications and Services track of the 3rd IEEE International Conference on Cognitive Infocommunications (CogInfoComf12). Mobile phones and tablets are now everyday tools that enable users to easily connect to the Internet, download social content, find interesting places, etc. Mobile technology has become one of the most important fields in the IT industry just as Web technology was 10-15 years ago. Mobile phones and tablets use sensors and interfaces like accelerometers, cameras, GPS, and thermometers that monitor and enable easier interaction with the real world. Agents hosted by mobile devices that learn from sensor-originated information also support individual applications and complex systems.

This special issue focuses on the cognitive capabilities of mobile phones, the various agents that mobile devices host, and how they can be applied efficiently in applications and services including social aspects of mobile solutions. Papers from the conference cover mobile controlled environments, mobile-supported learning, augmented reality, energy efficiency and communication techniques.

We thank the authors for submitting their papers to CogInfoCom as a venue for presenting their findings. We are also grateful to program committee members and reviewers for their efforts in making the co...<more>

Paper: pp. 306-310
The Analysis of Portals Considering Mobile Clients
Abstract
Gergely Kocsis, Péter Ekler, and István Albert
Paper: pp. 311-314
Applications of Modern HCIs in Adaptive Mobile Learning
Abstract
Luca Szegletes and Bertalan Forstner
Paper: pp. 315-319
Surrounding Robots – A Discrete Localized Solution for the Intruder Problem –
Abstract
László Blázovics, Tamás Lukovszki, and Bertalan Forstner
Paper: pp. 320-323
The Usage and Behavior Patterns of Mobile BitTorrent Clients
Abstract
Péter Ekler and Kristóf Csorba
Paper: pp. 324-330
Analysis of Parameters of Gait Cycle in Case of Reumathoid Arthritis (A Case Study)
Abstract
Henriette Steiner and Zsolt Kertész

Selected Papers from SCIS&ISIS2012

Paper: pp. 331-339
Classification of Informative Reviews Based on Personal Values
Abstract
Yasufumi Takama, Zhongjie Mao, and Shunichi Hattori
Paper: pp. 340-346
Automatic Keyword Annotation System Using Newspapers
Abstract
Tomoki Takada, Mizuki Arai, and Tomohiro Takagi
Paper: pp. 347-352
Integration of Results from Recognition Algorithms Applied to the Uranium Deposits
Abstract
Ravil I. Muhamediyev, Yedilkhan Amirgaliyev, Syrymbet Kh. Iskakov, Yan I. Kuchin, and Elena Muhamediyeva
Paper: pp. 353-360
Identification of Season-Dependent Sightseeing Spots Based on Metadata-Derived Features and Image Processing
Abstract
Chia-Huang Chen and Yasufumi Takama
Paper: pp. 361-365
Improve Discontinuous Output Change in SpikeProp
Abstract
Haruhiko Takase, Hiroharu Kawanaka, and Shinji Tsuruoka
Paper: pp. 366-374
Hierarchical Semi-Supervised Factorization for Learning the Semantics
Abstract
Bin Shen and Olzhas Makhambetov
Paper: pp. 375-382
3D Elastic Deformable Object Model for Robot Manipulation Purposes
Abstract
Khairul Salleh Mohamed Sahari and Yew Cheong Hou
Paper: pp. 383-390
Interactive Decision Making for Fuzzy Random Multiobjective Linear Programming Problems with Variance Covariance Matrices Through Fractile Optimization
Abstract
Hitoshi Yano
Paper: pp. 391-400
Effects of Ecological Inheritance on Coevolution of Cooperative Behaviors and Physically Niche Constructing Behaviors
Abstract
Takuro Kojima, Reiji Suzuki, and Takaya Arita
Paper: pp. 401-408
Learning of Glycan Motifs Using Genetic Programming and Various Fitness Functions
Abstract
Tetsuhiro Miyahara and Tetsuji Kuboyama
Paper: pp. 409-417
Evolution of Three Norms of Distributive Justice in an Extended Nash Demand Game
Abstract
Kazuaki Kojima and Takaya Arita
Paper: pp. 418-428
Extraction of Food-Related Onomatopoeia from Food Reviews and its Application to Restaurant Search
Abstract
Ayumi Kato, Yusuke Fukazawa, Hiromi Sanada, and Taketoshi Mori
Paper: pp. 429-434
Fuzzy VRIO and SWOT Analysis of Chery Automobile
Abstract
Faen Chen and Yukio Kodono
Paper: pp. 435-442
Switching Angles Optimization of Single Phase PWM DC-AC Inverter by Particle Swarm Optimizations
Abstract
Takuya Shindo and Kenya Jin’no
Paper: pp. 443-450
Performance Analysis for First-Order Configuration Prediction for Redundant Manipulators Based on Avoidance Manipulability
Abstract
Akira Yanou, Yang Hou, Mamoru Minami, and Yosuke Kobayashi
Paper: pp. 451-458
Development of a Robotic Boiler Header Inspection Device with Redundant Localization System
Abstract
Nur Maisurah Hassan Basri, Khairul Salleh Mohamed Sahari, and Adzly Anuar

No.2

(Mar)

Selected Papers from SCIS&ISIS2012

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 107-112
An Improved Particle Swarm Optimization Deployment for Wireless Sensor Networks
Abstract
Shuxin Ding, Chen Chen, Jie Chen, and Bin Xin
Paper: pp. 113-120
Multi-Resolution Dijkstra Method Based on Multi-Agent Simulation and its Application to Genetic Algorithm for Classroom Optimization
Abstract
Kotaro Maekawa, Kazuhito Sawase, and Hajime Nobuhara
Paper: pp. 121-127
Stabilization of an Underactuated Ball-and-Beam System Using a Second-Order Sliding Mode Control
Abstract
Jie Yang, Qinglin Wang, Yuan Li, and Jinhua She
Paper: pp. 128-134
Stabilization of Optimal Dynamic Quantized System with Packet Loss
Abstract
Mu Li, Lihua Dou, Jie Chen, and Jian Sun
Paper: pp. 135-139
Gait Motion Planning for a Six Legged Robot Based on the Associatron
Abstract
Tomo Ishikawa, Koji Makino, Junya Imani, and Yasuhiro Ohyama
Paper: pp. 140-149
Multi-Channel Information Operations on Quantum Images
Abstract
Bo Sun, Abdullah M. Iliyasu, Fei Yan, Jesus A. Garcia Sanchez, Fangyan Dong, Awad Kh. Al-Asmari, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 150-156
Compensation of Stribeck-Type Nonlinear Friction in Positioning Control Using Equivalent-Input-Disturbance Approach
Abstract
Qi Shi, Liyu Ouyang, Jinhua She, Li Xu, Junya Imani, and Yasuhiro Ohyama
Paper: pp. 157-165
Recommender System Employing Personal-Value-Based User Model
Abstract
Shunichi Hattori and Yasufumi Takama
Paper: pp. 166-174
Detection of Affectively Comparable Term Using Hierarchical Knowledge and Blog Snippets
Abstract
Ryosuke Yamanishi, Junichi Fukumoto, and Fumito Masui

Selected Papers from SCIS&ISIS2012

Paper: pp. 175-181
Relational Fuzzy c-Lines Clustering Derived from Kernelization of Fuzzy c-Lines
Abstract
Yuchi Kanzawa
Paper: pp. 182-189
Fuzzy Co-Clustering Algorithms Based on Fuzzy Relational Clustering and TIBA Imputation
Abstract
Yuchi Kanzawa
Paper: pp. 190-196
Flexible Route Planning for Sightseeing with Fuzzy Random and Fatigue-Dependent Satisfactions
Abstract
Takashi Hasuike, Hideki Katagiri, Hiroe Tsubaki, and Hiroshi Tsuda
Paper: pp. 197-203
Fuzzy Autocorrelation Model with Confidence Intervals of Fuzzy Random Data
Abstract
Yoshiyuki Yabuuchi and Junzo Watada
Paper: pp. 204-212
Anisotropic Dynamic-Morphological-Diffusion for Segmentation of Noisy Color Images
Abstract
Junji Maeda, Takehiro Harada, Sato Saga, and Yukinori Suzuki
Paper: pp. 213-220
A Development of Force Distribution Measurement System with High Resolution for Total Knee Arthroplasty
Abstract
Mohd Hanafi Mat Som, Kouki Nagamune, Takashi Kamiya, Shogo Kawaguchi, Koji Takayama, Tomoyuki Matsumoto, Ryosuke Kuroda, and Masahiro Kurosaka
Paper: pp. 221-231
Archive of Useful Solutions for Directed Mating in Evolutionary Constrained Multiobjective Optimization
Abstract
Minami Miyakawa, Keiki Takadama, and Hiroyuki Sato
Paper: pp. 232-238
Active Sampling for Constrained Clustering
Abstract
Masayuki Okabe and Seiji Yamada
Paper: pp. 239-245
Performance Comparison of Collaborative Filtering with k-Anonymized Data by Fuzzy k-Member Clustering
Abstract
Arina Kawano, Katsuhiro Honda, Akira Notsu, and Hidetomo Ichihashi

No.1

(Jan)

Regular papers

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 3-8
Platform for Two-Dimensional Cellular Automata Models Implemented by Living Cells of Electrically Controlled Green Paramecia Designed for Transport of Micro-Particles
Abstract
Kohei Otsuka and Tomonori Kawano
Paper: pp. 9-21
Fuzzy Inference Based Vehicle to Vehicle Network Connectivity Model to Support Optimization Routing Protocol for Vehicular Ad-Hoc Network (VANET)
Abstract
Chehung Lin, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 22-31
Stock Market Trend Prediction Based on Text Mining of Corporate Web and Time Series Data
Abstract
Hoang T. P. Thanh and Phayung Meesad
Paper: pp. 32-39
Mobile Transparent Computing to Enable Ubiquitous Operating Systems and Applications
Abstract
Su-Zhen Huang, Min Wu, and Yong-Hua Xiong
Paper: pp. 40-47
Design and Implementation of a Prototype Cloud Video Surveillance System
Abstract
Yong-Hua Xiong, Shao-Yun Wan, Yong He, and Dan Su
Paper: pp. 48-55
Distributed Power Allocation for Multiuser Two-Way Relay Networks Using Stackelberg Game
Abstract
Fu Jiang, Chaoliang Zhu, Jun Peng, Yong He, Shuo Li, and Weirong Liu
Paper: pp. 56-61
Construction of Kinect-Based Measuring and Monitoring System for the Degree of Employee’s Fatigue
Abstract
Jinhua She, Hitoshi Nakamura, Junya Imani, and Yasuhiro Ohyama
Paper: pp. 62-70
Atmosphere Understanding for Humans Robots Interaction Based on SVR and Fuzzy Set
Abstract
Kazuhiro Ohnishi, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 71-77
Formation Control with Event-Triggered Strategy for Multi-Agent Systems
Abstract
Feng Zhou, Zhiwu Huang, Weirong Liu, and Liran Li
Paper: pp. 78-82
A Portable Embedded Web Controller Based on LAMP for E-Experiment
Abstract
Qiang Guo, Yaping Dai, and Qunjie Zou
Paper: pp. 83-92
A Survey of Recent Progress in the Study of Distributed High-Order Linear Multi-Agent Coordination
Abstract
Jie Huang, Hao Fang, Jie Chen, Lihua Dou, and Jie Zeng
Paper: pp. 93-99
A Threat Assessment Method Based on Hierarchies and Modules
Abstract
Fang Deng, Xinan Liu, Zhihong Peng, and Jie Chen

Vol.17 (2013)

No.6

(Nov)

Special Issue on Latest Developments in Intelligent and Evolutionary Systems

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 779-790
Evaluation of Haptic Interaction in Intercultural Online Negotiation
Abstract
Meng Chen, Shogo Okada, and Katsumi Nitta
Paper: pp. 791-798
Primitive Optical Computing Model with Films: Boolean Conjunction of the Square Matrix-Arrayed Color Codes
Abstract
Tomonori Kawano
Paper: pp. 799-804
Use of Colored Reflectors for Negation or Highlighting of Scanned Color Information on Film-Based CIELAB-Coded Optical Logic Gate Models
Abstract
Kiyoshi Moritaka and Tomonori Kawano
Paper: pp. 805-812
Design of Compensator for Input Dead Zone of Actuator Nonlinearities
Abstract
Weijie Chen, Jundong Wu, and Jinhua She
Paper: pp. 813-817
Step Output Tracking Controller Design for Networked Control Systems
Abstract
Zhong-Hua Pang, Guo-Ping Liu, and Donghua Zhou
Paper: pp. 818-827
An Automatic Three-Dimensional Evaluation of Screw Placement After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using MDCT Images
Abstract
Yosuke Uozumi, Kouki Nagamune, Yuichiro Nishizawa, Daisuke Araki, Yuichi Hoshino, Takehiko Matsushita, Ryosuke Kuroda, and Masahiro Kurosaka
Paper: pp. 828-840
LUT Controller Design with Piecewise Bilinear Systems Using Estimation of Bounds for Approximation Errors
Abstract
Tadanari Taniguchi, Luka Eciolaza, and Michio Sugeno

Special Issue on Latest Developments in Intelligent and Evolutionary Systems

Editorial: pp. 841-842
Latest Developments in Intelligent and Evolutionary Systems
Hiroshi Kawakami, Aki-Hiro Sato, and Toshihiro Hiraoka

This issue presents papers from the 16th annual Asia Pacific Symposium on Intelligent and Evolutionary Systems held in Kyoto, Japan, on December 12-14, 2012. Kyoto is an ancient capital whose traditions have matured through the ages, featuring rich cultural and artisanal opportunities.

The symposium brings together researchers from Asian Pacific Rim nations who are working in the fields of intelligent systems and evolutionary computation. Here they have a rare chance to exchange ideas, present their latest results and discuss possible collaboration. In order to encourage in-depth technical discourse, the number of participants is limited to about 40. The symposium allows ample time for discussions in addition to paper presentations.

We focus on papers related to recent developments in intelligent and evolutionary systems. This issue features 11 interesting and informative papers.

1. Improvement of Eye Gesture Interface System

2. Modelling and Simulation of Road Traffic Behaviour: Artificial Drivers with Personality and Emotions

3. User-Friendly Simulator for Open Modeling by Hierarchical Management

4. On the Impact of Path Redundancy Awareness in Evolutionary P2P Networking

5. Influence of Field Structure on the Multi-Agent Coverage Algorithm on Unknown Fields

6. Understanding Geographic Attentions of Crowd from Photographing Information

7. Development of Ghost Controller for Ms Pac-Man Versus Ghost Team with Grammatical Evolution

8. Construction of Molecular Learning Network

9. Fractal-Based Analysis for the Energy Consumption Efficiency of Biological Networks

10. Designing Internal Reward of Reinforcement Learning Agents in Multi-Step Dilemma Problem

11. Cooperative Transport by a Swarm Robotic System Based on CMA-NeuroES Approach

We sincerely thank all of the participants, committee members, and plenary speakers for their invaluable contributions to this symposium.

Also deserving of thanks are members of the organization: Dr. Akira Namatame (National Defense Academy), Dr. Hussein A. Abbass (Universi...<more>

Paper: pp. 843-850
Improvement of Eye Gesture Interface
Abstract
Dekun Gao, Naoaki Itakura, Tota Mizuno, and Kazuyuki Mito
Paper: pp. 851-861
Modeling and Simulation of Road Traffic Behavior: Artificial Drivers with Personality and Emotions
Abstract
George Leu, Neville J. Curtis, and Hussein Abbass
Paper: pp. 862-871
User-Friendly Simulator for Open Modeling by Hierarchically Management
Abstract
Masato Ikai and Naoaki Itakura
Paper: pp. 872-882
On the Impact of Path Redundancy Awareness in Evolutionary P2P Networking
Abstract
Elizabeth Pérez-Cortés and Hiroyuki Sato
Paper: pp. 883-889
Influence of Field Structure on the Multi-Agent Coverage Algorithm on Unknown Fields
Abstract
Hidemi Yamachi, Yasuhiro Tsujimura, and Yasushi Kambayashi
Paper: pp. 890-903
Understanding Geographic Attentions of Crowd from Photographing Information
Abstract
Yusuke Kubo, Masao Kubo, Hiroshi Sato, Munetaka Hirano, and Akira Namatame
Paper: pp. 904-912
Development of Ghost Controller for Ms Pac-Man Versus Ghost Team with Grammatical Evolution
Abstract
Kenji Tamura and Takashi Torii
Paper: pp. 913-918
Construction of a Molecular Learning Network
Abstract
Tomohiro Shirakawa and Hiroshi Sato
Paper: pp. 919-925
Fractal-Based Analysis for the Energy Consumption Efficiency of Biological Networks
Abstract
Hidekazu Furuki, Hiroshi Sato, and Tomohiro Shirakawa
Paper: pp. 926-931
Designing Internal Reward of Reinforcement Learning Agents in Multi-Step Dilemma Problem
Abstract
Yoshihiro Ichikawa and Keiki Takadama
Paper: pp. 932-942
Cooperative Transport by a Swarm Robotic System Based on CMA-NeuroES Approach
Abstract
Tian Yu, Toshiyuki Yasuda, Kazuhiro Ohkura, Yoshiyuki Matsumura, and Masanori Goka

No.5

(Sep)

Regular papers

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 681-689
Improving the Search Ability of Tabu Search in the Distribution Network Reconfiguration Problem
Abstract
Hirotaka Takano, Junichi Murata, Yukino Maki, and Makoto Yasuda
Paper: pp. 690-698
Design and Implementation of a Data-Oriented Nonlinear PID Controller
Abstract
Shin Wakitani, Takuya Nawachi, Guilherme Rosado Martins, and Toru Yamamoto
Paper: pp. 699-706
Generating Cooperative Collective Behavior in Swarm Robotic Systems
Abstract
Kazuhiro Ohkura, Toshiyuki Yasuda, and Yoshiyuki Matsumura
Paper: pp. 707-714
An Influence of Player’s Ballot-Weight Changing in Consultation Algorithm
Abstract
Keisuke Touma, Satoshi Endo, Naruaki Toma, Yuhei Akamine, andKoji Yamada
Paper: pp. 715-720
Observation of Synchronization Phenomena in Structured Flocking Behavior
Abstract
Sho Yamauchi, Hidenori Kawamura, and Keiji Suzuki
Paper: pp. 721-730
Acceleration of Reinforcement Learning with Incomplete Prior Information
Abstract
Kento Terashima, Hirotaka Takano, and Junichi Murata
Paper: pp. 731-738
Acquisition of Dispatching Rules for Job-Shop Scheduling Problem by Artificial Neural Networks Using PSO
Abstract
Yasumasa Tamura, Masahito Yamamoto, Ikuo Suzuki, and Masashi Furukawa
Paper: pp. 739-745
Fingernail Detection System Using Differences of the Distribution of the Nail-Color Pixels
Abstract
Noriaki Fujishima and Kiyoshi Hoshino
Paper: pp. 746-752
An Intelligent Security Camera System for Kidnapping Detection
Abstract
Akira Miyahara and Itaru Nagayama
Paper: pp. 753-760
Recognition of Indoor Environment by Robot Partner Using Conversation
Abstract
Jinseok Woo and Naoyuki Kubota
Paper: pp. 761-771
An Algorithm for Recomputing Concepts in Microarray Data Analysis by Biological Lattice
Abstract
Hidenobu Hashikami, Takanari Tanabata, Fumiaki Hirose, Nur Hasanah, Kazuhito Sawase, and Hajime Nobuhara

No.4

(Jul)

Regular papers

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 473-479
Constructing Generative Topographic Mapping by Variational Bayes with ARD Hierarchical Prior
Abstract
Nobuhiko Yamaguchi
Paper: pp. 480-492
Evaluating Instantaneous Psychological Stress from Emotional Composition of a Facial Expression
Abstract
Suvashis Das and Koichi Yamada
Paper: pp. 493-503
Obtaining Admissible Preference Orders Using Hierarchical Bipolar Sugeno and Choquet Integrals
Abstract
Katsushige Fujimoto and Michio Sugeno
Paper: pp. 504-510
Nearest Prototype and Nearest Neighbor Clustering with Twofold Memberships Based on Inductive Property
Abstract
Satoshi Takumi and Sadaaki Miyamoto
Paper: pp. 511-519
Relational Fuzzy c-Means and Kernel Fuzzy c-Means Using an Object-Wise β-Spread Transformation
Abstract
Yuchi Kanzawa
Paper: pp. 520-525
Ordered Weighted Averages on Intervals and the Sub/Super-Additivity
Abstract
Yuji Yoshida
Paper: pp. 526-534
Dynamic Scheduling Approaches to Wafer Test Scheduling with Unpredictable Error
Abstract
Tsubasa Matsuo, Masahiro Inuiguchi, and Kenichiro Masunaga
Paper: pp. 535-539
Comparison of Baselines in Extraction of F-Responses
Abstract
Ryoji Fukuda, Aoi Honda, Akiko Hachisuka, and Kenji Hachisuka
Paper: pp. 540-551
Non Metric Model Based on Rough Set Representation
Abstract
Yasunori Endo, Ayako Heki, and Yukihiro Hamasuna
Paper: pp. 552-560
A Study on the Effect of Learning Parameters for Inducing Compact SVM
Abstract
Yuya Kaneda, Qiangfu Zhao, Yong Liu, and Neil Y. Yen
Paper: pp. 561-572
Interlinking Distributed Services for Workflow-as-a-Service Based on Linked Data
Abstract
Wuhui Chen, Incheon Paik, and Tetsuya Tashiro
Paper: pp. 573-580
Spherical Visualization of Image Data with Clustering
Abstract
Yuichi Yaguchi and Ryuichi Oka
Paper: pp. 581-587
PHOTMOSPHERE: A System for Amplifying Connection Between Memory and Record
Abstract
Kazuhiro Tanaka and Mitsunori Matsushita
Paper: pp. 588-597
Tailor-Made Plate Design and Manufacturing System for Treating Bone Fractures in Small Animals
Abstract
Akio Doi, Hiroki Takahashi, Bunei Syuto, Masaaki Katayama, Hiroyuki Nagashima, and Masahiro Okumura
Paper: pp. 598-603
Ink Diffusion Simulation for 3D Virtual Calligraphy
Abstract
Jungpil Shin and Makoto Marumoto
Paper: pp. 604-610
Assessment of Electromagnetic Frequency Sounding Problem in a Near Surface Geological Environment
Abstract
Quang Hiep Vu, Meijing Li, and Keun Ho Ryu
Paper: pp. 611-621
Spectral Classification of Oral and Nasal Snoring Sounds Using a Support Vector Machine
Abstract
Tsuyoshi Mikami, Yohichiro Kojima, Kazuya Yonezawa, Masahito Yamamoto, and Masashi Furukawa
Paper: pp. 622-627
Resource-Aware Clustering Based AODVjr Routing Protocol in the Internet of Things
Abstract
Xiaoni Wang
Paper: pp. 628-636
Gradient-Related Non-Photorealistic Rendering for High Dynamic Range Images
Abstract
Jiajun Lu, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 637-646
Nonlinear Friction Estimation in Elastic Drive Systems Using a Dynamic Neural Network-Based Observer
Abstract
Amir Hossein Jafari, Rached Dhaouadi, and Ali Jhemi
Paper: pp. 647-662
Multi-Level Control of Fuzzy-Constraint Propagation in Inference Based on α-Cuts and Generalized Mean
Abstract
Kiyohiko Uehara and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 663-669
Aligning Mental Representations
Abstract
Fumiko Kano Glückstad

No.3

(May)

Regular papers

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 353-361
Turing Test-Based Evaluation of an Experimental System for Generation of Casual English Sentences from Regular English Input
Abstract
Eleanor Clark and Kenji Araki
Paper: pp. 362-370
Discovering Emotion-Inducing Music Features Using EEG Signals
Abstract
Rafael Cabredo, Roberto Legaspi, Paul Salvador Inventado, and Masayuki Numao
Paper: pp. 371-376
A Parallel Computation Method for Heuristic Attribute Reduction Using Reduced Decision Tables
Abstract
Yasuo Kudo and Tetsuya Murai
Paper: pp. 377-385
Characterization of Multiple-Valued Logic for Dealing with Ambiguity
Abstract
Noboru Takagi
Paper: pp. 386-391
Spatiotemporal Human Brain Activities on Recalling Names of Body Parts
Abstract
Takahiro Yamanoi, Yoshinori Tanaka, Mika Otsuki, Shin-ichi Ohnishi, Toshimasa Yamazaki, and Michio Sugeno
Paper: pp. 392-403
Real-Time Face Decorations of Enlarging Eyes and Whitening Skin in Video Based on Face Posture Estimation by Particle Filter
Abstract
Norikazu Ikoma and Gefan Zhang
Paper: pp. 404-417
An RGB Multi-Channel Representation for Images on Quantum Computers
Abstract
Bo Sun, Abdullah M. Iliyasu, Fei Yan, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 418-424
Improved Stabilization for Robust Fixed Point Transformations-Based Controllers
Abstract
Teréz A. Várkonyi, József K. Tar, and Imre J. Rudas
Paper: pp. 425-432
Activeness Improves Cognitive Performance in Human-Machine Interaction
Abstract
Yusuke Tamura, Mami Egawa, Shiro Yano, Takaki Maeda, Motoichiro Kato, and Hajime Asama
Paper: pp. 433-442
Psychological Effects of a Synchronously Reliant Agent on Human Beings
Abstract
Felix Jimenez, Teruaki Ando, Masayoshi Kanoh, and Tsuyoshi Nakamura
Paper: pp. 443-449
A Neural Network Structure Decomposition Based on Pruning and its Visualization Method
Abstract
Atsushi Shibata, Jiajun Lu, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 450-458
Self-Organized Map Based Learning System for Estimating the Specific Task by Simple Instructions
Abstract
Hiroyuki Masuta, Yasuto Tamura, and Hun-ok Lim
Paper: pp. 459-468
Situation-Oriented Hierarchical Classification for Sightseeing Images Based on Local Color Feature
Abstract
Chia-Huang Chen and Yasufumi Takama

No.2

(Mar)

Special Issue on Advanced Intelligent Systems: Part II

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 127-148
Multi-Level Interpolation for Inference with Sparse Fuzzy Rules: An Extended Way of Generating Multi-Level Points
Abstract
Kiyohiko Uehara and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 149-156
Comparative Analysis of Relevance for SVM-Based Interactive Document Retrieval
Abstract
Hiroshi Murata, Takashi Onoda, and Seiji Yamada
Review: pp. 157-160
Three Dimensional Creativity: Three Navigations to Extend our Thoughts
Abstract
Kwang H. Lee
Review: pp. 161-166
Cultivation of Synthetic Biology with the iGEM Competition
Abstract
Thiprampai Thamamongood, Nathaniel Z. L. Lim, Trevor Y.H. Ho, Shotaro Ayukawa, Daisuke Kiga, and King L. Chow
Paper: pp. 167-175
Proposal of a New Recommendation System that Addresses “Personalizability”
Abstract
Tomohiro Yoshikawa, Takafumi Mori, and Takeshi Furuhashi
Paper: pp. 176-184
Chromatic Vision Support System with Color Conversion Constraints
Abstract
Yu Shirashige, Hideaki Orii, Hideaki Kawano, Hiroshi Maeda, and Norikazu Ikoma
Paper: pp. 185-193
Tag Line Generating System Using Information on the Web
Abstract
Hiroaki Yamane and Masafumi Hagiwara
Paper: pp. 194-200
Chaotic Music Generation System Using Music Conductor Gesture
Abstract
Shuai Chen, Yoichiro Maeda, and Yasutake Takahashi
Development Report: pp. 201-207
Action Selection for Game Play Agents Using Genetic Algorithms in Platform Game Computational Intelligence Competitions
Abstract
Ken Hasegawa, Narutoshi Tanaka, Ryuji Emoto, Yusuke Sugihara, Ardta Ngonphachanh, Junko Ichino, and Tomonori Hashiyama
Paper: pp. 208-220
CHARM as Activity Model to Share Knowledge and Transmit Procedural Knowledge and its Application to Nursing Guidelines Integration
Abstract
Satoshi Nishimura, Yoshinobu Kitamura, Munehiko Sasajima, Akiko Williamson, Chikako Kinoshita, Akemi Hirao, Kanetoshi Hattori, and Riichiro Mizoguchi
Paper: pp. 221-226
Bayesian Network Model that Infers Purchase Probability in an Online Shopping Site
Abstract
Yutaka Matsushita and Syunsuke Maeda
Paper: pp. 227-236
Editing Robot Motion Using Phonemic Feature of Onomatopoeias
Abstract
Junki Ito, Masayoshi Kanoh, Tsuyoshi Nakamura, and Takanori Komatsu
Paper: pp. 237-243
Equilibrium Pricing Extending the Mean-Variance Theory Using Weighted Possibilistic Mean of Investor’s Subjectivity
Abstract
Takashi Hasuike
Paper: pp. 244-251
Diagnosis System for Predicting the Centrosome Hyperamplification in Bladder Cancer by Using DNA Microarray Data
Abstract
Kazuhiro Tokunaga, Fumiya Kubosaka, Noriaki Suetake, Eiji Uchino, and Hideyasu Matsuyama
Paper: pp. 252-262
Conditions to Diffuse Green Management into SMEs and the Role of Knowledge Support: Agent-Based Modeling
Abstract
Keiko Zaima
Paper: pp. 263-271
Distance Measure for Symbolic Approximation Representation with Subsequence Direction for Time Series Data Mining
Abstract
Tianyu Li, Fang-Yan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 272-282
An Evolutionary Algorithm for Black-Box Chance-Constrained Function Optimization
Abstract
Kazuyuki Masutomi, Yuichi Nagata, and Isao Ono
Paper: pp. 283-290
Fault Diagnosis of Power Distribution Feeders with PV System Using Equivalent-Input-Disturbance Approach
Abstract
Bo Hu, Jinhua She, and Ryuichi Yokoyama
Paper: pp. 291-301
Adapting Multi-Robot Behavior to Communication Atmosphere in Humans-Robots Interaction Using Fuzzy Production Rule Based Friend-Q Learning
Abstract
Lue-Feng Chen, Zhen-Tao Liu, Fang-Yan Dong, Yoichi Yamazaki, Min Wu, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 302-310
Similarity-Based Fuzzy Classification of ECG and Capnogram Signals
Abstract
Janet Pomares Betancourt, Chastine Fatichah, Martin Leonard Tangel, Fei Yan, Jesus Adrian Garcia Sanchez, Fang-Yan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota

Special Issue on Advanced Intelligent Systems: Part II

Editorial: p. 311
Advanced Intelligent Systems: Part II
Myung-Geun Chun and Toshihiko Watanabe

Following the Special Issue on Advanced Intelligent Systems Vol.16 No.7, Part II presents 5 progressive papers on advanced intelligent systems. They include 10 selected revised papers from the 12th International Symposium on Advanced Intelligent Systems (ISIS 2011) held at La Vie DfOr Resort, Suwon, Korea, from September 28 to October 1, 2011. A brief review of Part IIfs 5 papers follows.

A brief review of Part IIfs 5 papers follows.

The first paper proposes a new visualization technique involving non-Euclidean relational data using robust linear fuzzy clustering based on an FCMdd framework. Experimental results show that the proposed model achieves multiclass MDS and is useful for revealing complex features. The second paper proposes the detection of lower-extremity arterial regions imaged by non-enhanced MR based on particle filter algorithms. Results applied to fresh blood imaging (FBI) show that the technique is promising. The third paper presents the development of nutritional management system supporting healthy eating habits. The paper reveals new concepts in nutritional management and confirms the effectiveness of the proposed management system through numerical experiments. The fourth paper proposes an emotion generation model with growth functions for robots based on a genetic psychology concept. The technique is promising for realizing evolving emotions in robots. The fifth paper presents the fuzzy control in approaching target objects and object grabbing by a fourwheeled vision-based mobile robot. The paper presents significant developments in mobile robots from the viewpoint of industrial applications.

We thank the authors and reviewers for their great efforts in making this publication possible. We are also grateful to the JACIII editorial office for its invaluable assistance and advice in putting this issue together.

Paper: pp. 312-317
Visualization of Non-Euclidean Relational Data by Robust Linear Fuzzy Clustering Based on FCMdd Framework
Abstract
Katsuhiro Honda, Takeshi Yamamoto, Akira Notsu, and Hidetomo Ichihashi
Paper: pp. 318-323
Detection of Artery Regions in Lower Extremity Arteries from Non-Enhanced MR Imaging Based on Particle Filter Algorithms
Abstract
Yuiko Koga, Akiyoshi Yamamoto, Hyoungseop Kim, Joo Kooi Tan, and Seiji Ishikawa
Paper: pp. 324-334
Development of a Nutritional Management System for a Healthy Eating Habits Support System
Abstract
Yuta Tokumi, Junki Hakamata, and Masataka Tokumaru
Paper: pp. 335-342
Emotion Generation Model with Growth Functions for Robots
Abstract
Miho Harata and Masataka Tokumaru
Paper: pp. 343-350
Fuzzy Control of Target Approaching and Object-Grabbing for a Four-Wheeled Vision-Based Mobile Robot
Abstract
Chih-Hung Wu, I-Sheng Lin, and Ming-Liang Wei

No.1

(Jan)

Special Issue on Advances in Fuzzy Inference and its Related Techniques
Special Issue on Smart Grid

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 3-17
Concept of Fuzzy Atmosfield for Representing Communication Atmosphere and its Application to Humans-Robots Interaction
Abstract
Zhen-Tao Liu, Min Wu, Dan-Yun Li, Lue-Feng Chen, Fang-Yan Dong, Yoichi Yamazaki, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 18-26
A Parameterization Based Correspondence Method for PDM Building
Abstract
Guangxu Li, Hyoungseop Kim, Joo Kooi Tan, and Seiji Ishikawa
Review: pp. 27-41
Improved Approach for Maximizing Reliability in Fault Tolerant Networks
Abstract
Baijnath Kaushik, Navdeep Kaur, and Amit Kumar Kohli

Special Issue on Advances in Fuzzy Inference and its Related Techniques

Editorial: p. 43
Advances in Fuzzy Inference and its Related Techniques
Kiyohiko Uehara

Fuzzy inference provides a way to describe system behavior using humanly understandable rules. Based on this advantage, fuzzy inference has been applied in a wide variety of fields, including control, prediction, and pattern recognition. It has also had a corresponding impact on industrial applications.

The four articles included in this special issue cover the advances made in fuzzy inference and related techniques. The first paper proposes a method for fuzzy rule interpolation on the basis of the generalized mean. This method makes it possible to perform nonlinear mapping of convex fuzzy sets even with sparse fuzzy rules. The second paper proposes a fuzzy clustering algorithm, landmark fuzzy neighborhood DBSCAN (landmark FN-DBSCAN). This algorithm is quite efficient in the clustering of large data sets, particularly compared to conventional density-based algorithms. Fuzzy clustering can be used to construct fuzzy rule bases. The third paper applies fuzzy inference to ultrasonic human brain imaging based on YURAGI synthesis. In this method, the thickness of bones is calculated effectively from synthesized waves using fuzzy inference. The fourth paper applies adaptive neurofuzzy inference systems (ANFIS) to financial institution failure prediction. These systems function effectively in the handling of the finance data of Thai firms with high nonlinearity.

As a guest editor, I really appreciate the efforts of the contributors and reviewers. I am very grateful to staffs in JACIII editorial office for their kind support.

Paper: pp. 44-59
Infinite-Level Interpolation for Inference with Sparse Fuzzy Rules: Fundamental Analysis Toward Practical Use
Abstract
Kiyohiko Uehara and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 60-73
Landmark FN-DBSCAN: An Efficient Density-Based Clustering Algorithm with Fuzzy Neighborhood
Abstract
Hao Liu, Satoshi Oyama, Masahito Kurihara, and Haruhiko Sato
Paper: pp. 74-82
YURAGI Synthesis for Ultrasonic Human Brain Imaging
Abstract
Naomi Yagi, Yoshitetsu Oshiro, Tomomoto Ishikawa, and Yutaka Hata
Paper: pp. 83-92
Financial Institution Failure Prediction Using Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference Systems: Evidence from the East Asian Economic Crisis
Abstract
Worawat Choensawat and Piruna Polsiri

Special Issue on Smart Grid

Editorial: p. 93
Smart Grid
Ken Nagasaka

Recently many utilities, manufacturers, researchers, government leaders around the world are working on a very sophisticated issue, Smart Grid, to modernize both the electric power transmission and distribution grids for the future.

As a suitable subject for special issue for the Journal of Advanced Computational Intelligence and Intelligent Informatics (JACIII), I found that Smart Grid with its impacts on many fields is a timely subject though related to the fundamental concept of this Journal on Intelligence and real-world applications and so forth. Smart grids are intelligent and self-healing power systems which integrate intelligent transmission network with IT and collect, distribute, and process information about the behavior of all power suppliers and consumers in order to improve reliability, power quality, and to reduce electricity costs. Using a key issue, smart meter, enables smart grids to have smart real time monitoring on a regional and national scale to control and management the grids to avoid or mitigate the system-wide blackouts. In this special issue, we hope to explore breakthrough and new contributions useful to achieve the goal of smart grid.

Three papers were selected for this special issue: The first paper proposes a novel idea though a strategic system in energy and environment required in smart grid. Managing sources combination including solar energy as well as the production trading is a new kind of risk management in smart grid. Important extensions of this study includes emissions management program accommodating uncertain and erratic renewable energy sources such as solar and wind energies. The second paper is related to communication aspect required for smart grid technology when renewable energy in small smart communities is interconnected to the smart grid. The simulation model developed in this paper is believed to be a useful tool in real-time power management system in smart grid. Third paper is selected as another hot subject in smart grids; the authors developed an extended procedure that obtains a unit commitment including a significant wind power penetration and P...<more>

Position Paper: pp. 94-102
A Mechanism Design for Managing Emissions in Energy Supply Sector
Abstract
Ken Nagasaka, Hiroshi Takamori, and Eiroku Go
Paper: pp. 103-108
Incorporating Renewable Energy Resources in a Smart Grid with Power Line Communication Using Matlab/Simulink
Abstract
Md. Atikur Rahman Sarker, Yuki Ueno, Chi-Hung Kelvin Chu, and Ken Nagasaka
Paper: pp. 109-115
Thermal Unit Scheduling for CO2 Reduction Including Wind Power and Electric Vehicles
Abstract
Daiki Yamashita, Ryuichi Yokoyama, and Takahide Niimura

Vol.16 (2012)

No.7

(Nov)

Special Issue on Advanced Intelligent Systems

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 771-783
Rebo: A Pet-Like Strokable Remote Control
Abstract
Kazuki Kobayashi, Seiji Yamada, Shinobu Nakagawa, and Yasunori Saito
Paper: pp. 784-792
Entropy-Regularized Fuzzy Clustering for Non-Euclidean Relational Data and Indefinite Kernel Data
Abstract
Yuchi Kanzawa
Paper: pp. 793-799
Multi-Scale Bag-of-Features for Scalable Map Retrieval
Abstract
Kanji Tanaka and Kensuke Kondo
Paper: pp. 800-806
A Dynamic Risk Allocation of Value-at-Risks with Portfolios
Abstract
Yuji Yoshida
Paper: pp. 807-813
Agglomerative Hierarchical Clustering Without Reversals on Dendrograms Using Asymmetric Similarity Measures
Abstract
Satoshi Takumi and Sadaaki Miyamoto
Paper: pp. 814-818
Sequential Regression Models with Pairwise Constraints Using Noise Clusters
Abstract
Hengjin Tang and Sadaaki Miyamoto
Paper: pp. 819-824
Comparison of Semi-Supervised Hierarchical Clustering Using Clusterwise Tolerance
Abstract
Yukihiro Hamasuna and Yasunori Endo
Paper: pp. 825-830
Hard and Fuzzy c-Means Clustering with Conditionally Positive Definite Kernel
Abstract
Yuchi Kanzawa, Yasunori Endo, and Sadaaki Miyamoto
Paper: pp. 831-840
Hard c-Means Using Quadratic Penalty-Vector Regularization for Uncertain Data
Abstract
Yasunori Endo, Arisa Taniguchi, and Yukihiro Hamasuna
Paper: pp. 841-850
A Mutual-Information-Based Global Matching Method for Chest-Radiography Temporal Subtraction
Abstract
Qian Yu, Lifeng He, Tsuyoshi Nakamura, Yuyan Chao, and Kenji Suzuki
Paper: pp. 851-863
An Explicit Memory Scheme of Genetic Network Programming
Abstract
Shingo Mabu, Fengming Ye, and Kotaro Hirasawa

Special Issue on Advanced Intelligent Systems

Editorial: p. 865
Advanced Intelligent Systems
Myung-Geun Chun and Toshihiko Watanabe

The 12th International Symposium on Advanced Intelligent Systems (ISIS 2011) held at La Vie DfOr Resort, Suwon, Korea, on September 28 to October 1, 2011, featured presentations by researchers, engineers and practitioners on the latest accomplishments, innovations and applications in artificial intelligence, intelligent systems, and information technology. The 152 papers consisted of 110 regular papers, 39 organized session papers and 3 invited papers were contributed to the conference. The Program Committee requested ISIS 2011 reviewers to select papers for a special issue of the Journal of Advanced Computational Intelligence & Intelligent Informatics (JACIII), of which about 10 were accepted for publication in a twopart ISIS 2011 special issue, Vol.16, No.7, containing 5 papers. Part II will feature about 5 papers.

A brief review of Part I covers 5 papers:

First paper proposes a quantitative model for assessing the collision risk in maritime waterway traffic. The method proposes recent maritime traffic characteristics in time-variant CPA waterway environments and models a dynamic causation factor as a risk indicator. Second paper proposes multiagent query refinement realizing personalized query refinement by three strategies ? knowledge-based query expansion, user-device-based query and weighted query expansion strategy. These approaches determine the domain that the initial query belongs to and expand the query by comprehensively considering user interests. Third paper presents variable-step-size incremental conductance direct maximum power point tracking using fuzzy membership for a standalone photovoltaic system under rapidly changing irradiation. Fourth paper applies a natural actor-critic (NAC) and natural evolution strategies (NES) from natural-gradient-based machine learning to path-tracking control problems for autonomous vehicles. Fifth paper presents features for authenticating painting style, specifically that of Piet Mondrain. It demonstrates meaningful features using two supervised learning algorithms ? decision tree induction algorithm C4.5 and the feature generating machine (FGM) ? sele...<more>

Paper: pp. 866-873
Risk Assessment Model of Maritime Traffic in Time-Variant CPA Environments in Waterway
Abstract
Jung Sik Jeong, Gyei-Kark Park, and Kwang Il Kim
Paper: pp. 874-880
A Multi-Agent Personalized Query Refinement Approach for Academic Paper Retrieval in Big Data Environment
Abstract
Qian Gao and Young Im Cho
Paper: pp. 881-887
A Variable Step Size Incremental Conductance Direct MPPT Method for Stand-Alone PV Systems
Abstract
Jae-Hoon Cho, Jin-Il Park, Won-Pyo Hong, and Myung-Geun Chun
Paper: pp. 888-893
Autonomous Vehicle Path Tracking Based on Natural Gradient Methods
Abstract
Ki-Young Kwon, Keun-Woo Jung, Dong-Su Yang, and Jooyoung Park
Paper: pp. 894-899
Supervised Learning-Based Feature Selection for Mondrian Paintings Style Authentication
Abstract
Keon Myung Lee, Kyoung Soon Hwang, Kyung Mi Lee, Seung Kee Han, Woo Hyun Jung, and Seungbok Lee

No.6

(Sep)

Regular papers

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 677-686
Optimal Parameter Setting of Active-Contours Using Differential Evolution and Expert-Segmented Sample Image
Abstract
Arman Darvish and Shahryar Rahnamayan
Paper: pp. 687-695
A Combined Method Based on SVM and Online Learning with HOG for Hand Shape Recognition
Abstract
Kazutaka Shimada, Ryosuke Muto, and Tsutomu Endo
Paper: pp. 696-703
A Person Identification Method Using a Top-View Head Image from an Overhead Camera
Abstract
Ryota Nakatani, Daichi Kouno, Kazutaka Shimada, and Tsutomu Endo
Paper: pp. 704-712
Proposal of Method “Motion Space” to Express Movement of Robot
Abstract
Kentarou Kurashige, Naoki Kitayama, and Masafumi Kiyohashi
Paper: pp. 713-722
An Evaluation Strategy for Visual Key Image Retrieval on Mobile Devices
Abstract
Kazushi Okamoto, Kazuhiko Kawamoto, Fangyan Dong, Shinichi Yoshida, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 723-732
Human-Machine Cooperation in an iSpace Robot Room
Abstract
Balázs Tusor, Annamária R. Várkonyi-Kóczy, Gábor Klie, and Gábor Kocsis
Paper: pp. 733-740
An Adaptation System in Unknown Environments Using a Mixture Probability Model and Clustering Distributions
Abstract
Uthai Phommasak, Daisuke Kitakoshi, and Hiroyuki Shioya
Paper: pp. 741-747
Localization with a Mobile Anchor Using ABC-GA Hybrid Algorithm in Wireless Sensor Networks
Abstract
Rongbin Qi, Sijin Li, Tianyi Ma, and Feng Qian
Paper: pp. 748-757
A Time-Delay-Dependent Approach for a Class of T-S Fuzzy Models with Time Delays and Uncertainties
Abstract
Hugang Han and Taku Tanaka
Paper: pp. 758-768
Introduction of Fixed Mode States into Online Reinforcement Learning with Penalties and Rewards and its Application to Biped Robot Waist Trajectory Generation
Abstract
Seiya Kuroda, Kazuteru Miyazaki, and Hiroaki Kobayashi

No.5

(Jul)

Professor Ebrahim Mamdani Memorial Issue

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 561-566
Strategic Management and Design Innovation in the Long-Standing Company Kyogashi Master “Suetomi”
Abstract
Yusuke Irisawa and Shin’ya Nagasawa
Paper: pp. 567-575
The Cluster-Weighted DEMATEL with ANP Method for Supplier Selection in Food Industry
Abstract
Jung-Lu Shen, Yong-Mei Liu, and Yi-Lin Tzeng
Paper: pp. 576-580
Japanese Economic Analysis by Possibilistic Regression Model Building Through Possibility Maximization
Abstract
Yoshiyuki Yabuuchi and Junzo Watada
Paper: pp. 581-590
A Cooperative Coevolutionary Stock Trading Model Using Genetic Network Programming-Sarsa
Abstract
Yang Yang, Zhaoping He, Shingo Mabu, and Kotaro Hirasawa

Professor Ebrahim Mamdani Memorial Issue

Editorial: p. 591
Professor Ebrahim Mamdani Memorial Issue
Yoshinori Arai and Toshihiko Watanabe

On February 22, 2010, Prof. Ebrahim H. Mamdani who devised Mamdani fuzzy inference has passed away. His work in fuzzy inference, which rapidly paved the way to its practical use, helped disseminate Prof. Lotfi Zadeh's fuzzy logic and the development of fuzzy research.

Prof. Mamdani's two papers on fuzzy inference – “Application of fuzzy algorithms for control of simple dynamic plant” (Proc. IEE, Vol.121, No. 12, pp. 1585-1588, 1974) and “An experiment in linguistic synthesis with a fuzzy logic controller” (Int. J. of Man-Machine Studies, Vol.7, No.1, pp. 1-13, 1975) with S. Assilian – enabled fuzzy inference technology to develop dramatically both indicatively and indirectly to where it has been applied, including fuzzy control systems.

This special issue honors Prof. Mamdani for his invaluable efforts in these and many other fields. We have asked for submissions by researchers influenced by Prof. Mamdani's achievements, including his work in fuzzy inference, and have narrowed down to one review and seven full papers. The review by Hirosato Seki and Kai Meng Tay provides an incisive overview on the many aspects of fuzzy inference that Prof. Mamdani brought to light.

Prof. Mamdani's fuzzy inference has become a deterministic technology that can be chosen naturally and that will continue to be influential and survivable well into the future.

Review: pp. 592-602
On the Monotonicity of Fuzzy Inference Models
Abstract
Hirosato Seki and Kai Meng Tay
Paper: pp. 603-610
Latent Topic Estimation Based on Events in a Document
Abstract
Risa Kitajima and Ichiro Kobayashi
Paper: pp. 611-618
Topic Tracking Based on Identifying Proper Number of the Latent Topics in Documents
Abstract
Midori Serizawa and Ichiro Kobayashi
Paper: pp. 619-630
Process Estimation of Word-of-Mouth Information Spread Based on Ad Hoc Communications
Abstract
Daisuke Katagami, Mizuki Takei, and Katsumi Nitta
Paper: pp. 631-640
Representing Visual Complexity of Images Using a 3D Feature Space Based on Structure, Noise, and Diversity
Abstract
Phuc Q. Le, Abdullah M. Iliyasu, Jesus A. Garcia Sanchez, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 641-652
Drawing Algorithm for Fuzzy Graphs Using the Partition Tree
Abstract
Yasunori Shiono, Tadaaki Kirishima, Yoshinori Ueda, and Kensei Tsuchida
Paper: pp. 653-661
Modeling Approach Based on Modular Fuzzy Model
Abstract
Toshihiko Watanabe and Hirosato Seki
Paper: pp. 662-667
Development of a System Incorporating a Multifunctional Actuator Using an Intelligent Multifunction Control Method
Abstract
Kazuki Kuribayashi and Seiji Yasunobu

No.4

(Jun)

Special Issue on Modeling and Simulation

Special Issue on Modeling and Simulation

Editorial: pp. 487-488
Modeling and Simulation
Marzuki Khalid, Rubiyah Yusof, Shamsuddin Amin, and Junzo Watada

Modeling and simulation play pivotal roles in engineering design. Tools for modeling and simulation have led to both faster design, higher viability and lower design cost. This special issue presents 10 papers on modeling and simulation in a variety of applications.

The first paper, by Sayed Mohammad Reza Loghmanian et al., is entitled gNonlinear Dynamic System Identification Using Volterra Series: Multi-Objective Optimization Approach.h This paper deals with system identification of the nonlinear dynamic system based on an optimized Volterra model structure. The developed model fulfilled two criteria, or objectives, namely, good predictive accuracy and optimum model structure. Genetic algorithms are applied to search for significant Volterra kernels among all possible candidate model combinations.

The second paper, by Masao Ogino et al., is entitled gA Large-Scale Magnetostatic Analysis Using an Iterative Domain Decomposition Method Based on the Minimal Residual Method.h Large-scale 3D nonlinear magnetostatic analysis using the domain decomposition method (DDM) improves convergence based on the conjugate residual (CR) method. Compared to the conjugate gradient method, the CR method and minimal residual method both improve the convergence rate and show stable convergence behavior in solving an interface problem. Computation time is largely reduced for this large-scale problem, which has about 10 million degrees of freedom.

The third paper, by Yoshiyuki Yamashita, is on gSemi-Qualitative Trend Analysis for the Monitoring of Process Control Loops,h and deals with a qualitative approach, rather than an analytical approach, in monitoring process plants. Using this method enabled us to diagnose a control valve problem in a process control loop. Several applications are also discussed.

The fourth paper, by Hiroshi Dan and Hiroshi Kanayama, is entitled gFinite Element Analysis of Tsunami by Viscous Shallow-Water Equations.h With the number of tsunamis and earthquakes occurring worldwide today, such simulation is important in many fields. Viscous shallow-water equations are derived from t...<more>

Paper: pp. 489-495
Nonlinear Dynamic System Identification Using Volterra Series: Multi-Objective Optimization Approach
Abstract
Sayed Mohammad Reza Loghmanian, Rubiyah Yusof, and Marzuki Khalid
Paper: pp. 496-502
A Large-Scale Magnetostatic Analysis Using an Iterative Domain Decomposition Method Based on the Minimal Residual Method
Abstract
Masao Ogino, Shin-ichiro Sugimoto, Seigo Terada, Yanqing Bao, and Hiroshi Kanayama
Paper: pp. 503-507
Semi-Qualitative Trend Analysis for the Monitoring of Process Control Loops
Abstract
Yoshiyuki Yamashita
Paper: pp. 508-513
Finite Element Analysis of Tsunami by Viscous Shallow-Water Equations
Abstract
Hiroshi Dan and Hiroshi Kanayama
Paper: pp. 514-520
An Affective Approach to Developing Marketing Strategies of Mineral Water
Abstract
Junzo Watada, Le Yu, Munenori Shibata, and Marzuki Khalid
Paper: pp. 521-526
New Approach for Antisense Oligonucleotide-Mediated Exon Skipping in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Abstract
Yoshitsugu Aoki, Tetsuya Nagata, and Shin’ichi Takeda
Paper: pp. 527-532
Building a Type-2 Fuzzy Qualitative Regression Model
Abstract
Yicheng Wei and Junzo Watada
Paper: pp. 533-539
PSO-Particle Filter-Based Biometric Measurement for Human Tracking
Abstract
Zhenyuan Xu and Junzo Watada
Paper: pp. 540-546
360 Degree Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty in Mexican Population
Abstract
Josué Roberto-Lozano, Mariya V. Kalashnikova, Gustavo Velasco-Gallegos, and Junzo Watada
Paper: pp. 547-552
The Relationship Between Brand Integrity and Business Continuity – A Case Study of Japanese Long-Standing Company, Shioyoshiken –
Abstract
Shinichiro Terasaki and Shin’ya Nagasawa

No.3

(May)

Regular papers

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 375-380
A Neural Network Model of Students’ English Abilities Based on Their Affective Factors in Learning
Abstract
Fitra A. Bachtiar, Katsuari Kamei, and Eric W. Cooper
Paper: pp. 381-387
Fuzzy Hidden Markov Models for Indonesian Speech Classification
Abstract
Intan Nurma Yulita Houw Liong The, and Adiwijaya
Paper: pp. 388-396
Multiscale Image Aggregation for Dental Radiograph Segmentation
Abstract
Martin Leonard Tangel, Chastine Fatichah, Muhammad Rahmat Widyanto, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 397-403
Substitute Target Learning Based Control System for Control Knowledge Acquisition Within Constrained Environment
Abstract
Syafiq Fauzi Kamarulzaman, Takeshi Shibuya, and Seiji Yasunobu
Paper: pp. 404-411
Investigation About Applicability of Personal Values for Recommender System
Abstract
Shunichi Hattori and Yasufumi Takama
Paper: pp. 412-419
Parameter Optimization of Local Fuzzy Patterns Based on Fuzzy Contrast Measure for White Blood Cell Texture Feature Extraction
Abstract
Chastine Fatichah, Martin Leonard Tangel, Muhammad Rahmat Widyanto, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 420-424
On Network Structure of Stable Strategies in Local Connection Games
Abstract
Hikaru Iwazaki, Takenori Ujigawa, and Shao-Chin Sung
Paper: pp. 425-429
The Analysis of Consumer Purchasing Behavior on Cosmetics
Abstract
Ya-Ling Wu and You-Shyang Chen
Paper: pp. 430-435
Coalition Formation Based Staffing Strategy Development
Abstract
Mayuko Miyata and Shao-Chin Sung
Paper: pp. 436-443
The Effective Technology- and Resource-Management Strategy of Established Japanese Company: A Case Study of Toraya, a Traditional Japanese Confectioner
Abstract
Kana Sugimoto, Takao Someya, and Shin’ya Nagasawa
Paper: pp. 444-452
A Study on Fuzzy Control of Humanoid Soccer Robot EFuRIO for Vision Control System and Walking Movement
Abstract
Indra Adji Sulistijono, Son Kuswadi, One Setiaji, Inzar Salfikar, and Naoyuki Kubota
Paper: pp. 453-461
Tournament Evaluation System Applying Win-Lose Result Presumption Considering Kansei Evaluation by Multiple People
Abstract
Hiroshi Takenouchi, Masataka Tokumaru, and Noriaki Muranaka
Paper: pp. 462-468
Division of Iterative-Transportation Based on Local Observation by Multiple Mobile Robots
Abstract
Yuichi Kobayashi, Yuta Sato, and Manabu Gouko
Paper: pp. 469-480
OGDE3: Opposition-Based Third Generalized Differential Evolution
Abstract
Farid Bourennani, Shahryar Rahnamayan, and Greg F. Naterer

No.2

(Mar)

Special Issue on Innovation over Multimedia Processing
Special Issue on Cognitive Infocommunications

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 183-190
Proposal of the Continuous-Valued Penalty Avoiding Rational Policy Making Algorithm
Abstract
Kazuteru Miyazaki
Paper: pp. 191-198
Fuzzy Three-Dimensional Voronoi Diagram and its Application to Geographical Data Analysis
Abstract
Mian Dai, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 199-209
An Efficient Solution of Real-Time Fuzzy Regression Analysis to Information Granules Problem
Abstract
Azizul Azhar Ramli, Junzo Watada, and Witold Pedrycz

Special Issue on Innovation over Multimedia Processing

Editorial: p. 211
Innovation over Multimedia Processing
Hajime Nobuhara

With broadband networks, audio/video coding, and processing techniques and user devices swiftly advancing, multimedia streaming over networks is now a reality. Distributed interactive multimedia applications ? one of the fastest growing market sectors demanding innovations ? are covered in this special issue on multimedia processing (MP).

This special issue focuses on ambitious and intriguing papers from experts on a wide variety of multimedia areas. These articles address innovations and offer effective solutions to MP problems.

Y. Fushio et al. propose a shadow generation system based on shape recognition, while M. Suzuki et al. develop musical expression generation reflecting the userfs impression in kansei space and fuzzy rules. K. Ishizuka et al. evaluate an operetta songs generation system based on the impressions given by story scenes, which are strongly related to the integrative research projects of kansei engineering, music, text, and visual perception.

T. Toyota et al. develop a web news visualization system based on an efficient self-organizing map using a restricted region search and dimensionality reduction. S. Kawauchi et al. propose a knowledge expansion support system using related search keyword generation based on Wikipedia categories and point-wise mutual information, involving that are aggressive looking progressive research projects covering huge text information. T. Tanabata et al. present an interactive data mining tool for microarray data analysis using formal concept analysis, which adds a new dimension to the bio-informatics field.

T. Kawamura et al. analyze keywords input to a book search engine. T. Sugimoto et al. propose a recommendation system involving the use of comprehensive trend indications based on weighted complete graphs, which are related to topical discussions in the information retrieval and recommendation field.

Readers are sure to find new and valuable information and ideas in their own fields in these excellent articles.

Paper: pp. 212-218
Dynamic Shadow Generation System Based on Shape Recognition
Abstract
Yuki Fushio and Mitsunori Matsushita
Paper: pp. 219-226
Visualization of the Internet News Based on Efficient Self-Organizing Map Using Restricted Region Search and Dimensionality Reduction
Abstract
Tetsuya Toyota and Hajime Nobuhara
Paper: pp. 227-238
Musical Expression Generation Reflecting User’s Impression by Kansei Space and Fuzzy Rules
Abstract
Mio Suzuki and Takehisa Onisawa
Paper: pp. 239-246
Comparison of Keywords Freely Inputted by Users and the Compendium of “Keywords for Children,” Which is Programmed into the Book Searching System for Children
Abstract
Takayuki Kawaura, Jun Endo, and YasukoDoi
Paper: pp. 247-255
Knowledge Expansion Support by Related Search Keyword Generation Based onWikipedia Category and Pointwise Mutual Information
Abstract
Saori Kawauchi, Tetsuya Toyota, and Hajime Nobuhara
Paper: pp. 256-265
Evaluation of Operetta Songs Generation System Based on Impressions of Story Scenes
Abstract
Kenkichi Ishizuka and Takehisa Onisawa
Paper: pp. 266-272
A Recommendation System with the Use of Comprehensive Trend Indication Based on Weighted Complete Graph
Abstract
Takuya Sugimoto, Tetsuya Toyota, and Hajime Nobuhara
Paper: pp. 273-281
Interactive Data Mining Tool for Microarray Data Analysis Using Formal Concept Analysis
Abstract
Takanari Tanabata, Fumiaki Hirose, Hidenobu Hashikami, and Hajime Nobuhara

Special Issue on Cognitive Infocommunications

Editorial: p. 283
Cognitive Infocommunications
Péter Baranyi, Hideki Hashimoto, and Gyula Sallai

Cognitive infocommunications (CogInfoCom), is an emerging interdisciplinary research field that has recently started to appear in the context of theoretical, R&D, and industryoriented projects. CogInfoCom deals with novel approaches to extend the cognitive capabilities of human users through the artificial cognitive capabilities of infocommunications devices, enabling them to interact more flexibly with IT infrastructure.

Two key points must be considered when asking why the emergence of CogInfoCom is not only timely but also necessary.

First of all, the infocommunications industry is experiencing trends that are resulting in the gradual appearance of artificial cognitive capabilities ? capabilities directed towards a broadened scope covering the sensing and processing of unstructured data.

Secondly, future users of infocommunications devices will expect both to be able to access these artificial cognitive capabilities in their everyday activities and to be able to merge them with their own cognitive capabilities. They will thus be able to apply them flexibly ? through their infocommunications devices ? in a wide range of applications in both physical and virtual contexts.

This Special Issue on Cognitive Infocommunications contains extended versions of key ideas presented at CogInfoCom conferences. The table of contents alone will demonstrate to the reader the broad scope of theoretical considerations and practical applications that underlie current and emerging CogInfoCom research.

It is our hope that this Special Issue ? along with the CogInfoCom conference series ? will contribute to providing a scientific forum for researchers from areas related to CogInfoCom and beyond, so that they may be able to develop stronger cooperation and create a more common language in order to produce useful synergies, and in order to fully meet the interdisciplinary challenges that underlie CogInfoCom.

Paper: pp. 284-296
Augmented Reality Aspects of Object Recognition in Driver Support Systems
Abstract
Zsombor Paróczi, István Nagy, Csaba Gáspár-Papanek, Zsolt T. Kardkovács, Endre Varga, Ádám Siegler, and Péter Lucz
Paper: pp. 297-304
CogInfoCom Systems from an Interaction Perspective – A Pilot Application for EtoCom –
Abstract
Gyorgy Persa, Adam Csapo, and Péter Baranyi
Paper: pp. 305-312
Design of Mutual Interaction Between a User and Smart Electric Wheelchair
Abstract
Mihoko Niitsuma, Terumichi Ochi, Masahiro Yamaguchi, and Koki Iwamoto
Paper: pp. 313-326
Impacts of Multimodal Feedback on Efficiency of Proactive Information Retrieval from Task-Related HRI
Abstract
Barbara Gonsior, Christian Landsiedel, Nicole Mirnig, Stefan Sosnowski, Ewald Strasser, Jakub Złotowski, Martin Buss, KoljaKühnlenz, Manfred Tscheligi, Astrid Weiss, and Dirk Wollherr
Paper: pp. 327-334
Optimizing HMM Speech Synthesis for Low-Resource Devices
Abstract
Bálint Tóth and Géza Németh
Paper: pp. 335-340
Recognition of Emotions on the Basis of Different Levels of Speech Segments
Abstract
Klára Vicsi and Dávid Sztahó
Paper: pp. 341-348
Robust Facial Expression Recognition Using Near Infrared Cameras
Abstract
Laszlo A. Jeni, Hideki Hashimoto, and Takashi Kubota
Paper: pp. 349-357
Spatial Memory for Augmented Personal Working Environments
Abstract
Young Eun Song, Peter Kovacs, Mihoko Niitsuma, and Hideki Hashimoto
Paper: pp. 358-367
The Spiral Discovery Method: An Interpretable Tuning Model for CogInfoCom Channels
Abstract
Adam Csapo and Péter Baranyi

No.1

(Jan)

Special Issue on Information Medical Science
Special Issue on New Approach to Intelligent Machines
Special Issue on Aggregation Operators and Clustering

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 4-12
Information Enhancement on a Focused Object Using Linked Data
Abstract
Kanako Onishi and Ichiro Kobayashi
Paper: pp. 13-23
Similarity Retrieval of Motion Capture Data Based on Derivative Features
Abstract
Worawat Choensawat, Woong Choi, and Kozaburo Hachimura

Special Issue on Information Medical Science

Editorial: p. 25
Information Medical Science
Yutaka Hatakeyama

One important and interesting application in computational intelligence technology is medical application. Medical engineering research covers such areas as medical image processing. With most health information now described electronically, hospitals are accumulating large amounts of medical data, including imaging, text, and structured materials. This has made ginformation medical scienceh vastly more important in improving healthcare technology.

This special issue introduces an application based on hospital data, medical care support systems, and medical image processing. The application deals with analytical approaches, navigation systems, medical data management, and text mining for summary data. The support system shows diagnosis and robotassisted therapy. Medical imaging targets X-ray, blood cell, and ultrasonography images.

As guest editors, we can assure the readers that the papers in this special issue have great social impact in this research area and encourage good relations with engineering and medical practice approaches.

We thank the contributors and reviewers for introduce these latest achievements in this exciting field.

Paper: pp. 26-32
Visual Analysis of Health Checkup Data Using Multidimensional Scaling
Abstract
Keiko Yamamoto, Satoshi Tamura, Satoru Hayamizu, and Yasutomi Kinosada
Paper: pp. 33-37
Hospital Navi – A New Database for Searching Medical Information –
Abstract
Hiroshi Gohma, Mika Asano, Nobuyuki Hamajima, Gen Sobue, and Shin-ichi Sugiura
Paper: pp. 38-41
System Replacement to a New HIS and Data Warehouse
Abstract
Masayuki Honda and Takehiro Matsumoto
Paper: pp. 42-47
Ruby Implementation of the OpenEHR Specifications
Abstract
Shinji Kobayashi and Akimichi Tatsukawa
Paper: pp. 48-54
Auto-Selection of DPC Codes from Discharge Summaries by Text Mining in Several Hospitals and Analysis of Differences in Discharge Summaries
Abstract
Shunsuke Doi, Takahiro Suzuki, Gen Shimada, Mitsuhiro Takasaki, Shinsuke Fujita, Toshiyo Tamura, and Katsuhiko Takabayashi
Paper: pp. 55-61
New Method to Assist Discrimination of Liver Diseases by Spherical SOM with Mahalanobis Distance
Abstract
Norie Kanzaki and Akihiro Kanagawa
Paper: pp. 62-68
A Study on Conversational Content Recognition Method Using JapaneseWordNet for Robot-Assisted Therapies
Abstract
Yuta Izutsu, Hiroharu Kawanaka, Koji Yamamoto, Kiyoshi Suzuki, Haruhiko Takase, and Shinji Tsuruoka
Paper: pp. 69-75
Discrimination of Pneumoconiosis X-Ray Images Scanned with a CCD Scanner
Abstract
Masahide Minami, KojiAbe, and Munehiro Nakamura
Paper: pp. 76-86
Interest-Based Ordering for Fuzzy Morphology on White Blood Cell Image Segmentation
Abstract
Chastine Fatichah, Martin Leonard Tangel, Muhammad Rahmat Widyanto, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 87-93
Algorithm for Estimation of Thyroid Gland Size in Ultrasonography Images for Extracting Abnormal Thyroid in Medical Practice
Abstract
Yutaka Hatakeyama, Hiromi Kataoka, Noriaki Nakajima, Teruaki Watabe, and Yoshiyasu Okuhara

Special Issue on New Approach to Intelligent Machines

Editorial: p. 95
New Approach to Intelligent Machines
Hiroshi Takahashi

Six papers on Human Machine Interfaces have been published from a new point of view. As one of the important technologies for developing optimal human machine interaction, communication between humans and machines has attracted much interest. In this special issue, the editor focuses on new methods for communicating mutual information on the characteristics of both human operators and machines, including computers and vehicles. In this communication, readers can operate machines easily and comfortably.

The first article, by Hiroshi Takahashi and Hirohiko Honda, studies the possibility of applying subliminal visual marks for informing drivers of hazardous factors without causing a nuisance in the driver-assistance systems.

The second paper, by Hiroshi Igarashi, proposes subliminal control parameter calibration in interactive human-machine operational environments. Subliminal calibration will enable users to master handling in a short time.

The third paper, by Hiroshi Takahashi and Hirohiko Honda, focuses on computer game operation as influenced by ultrasound exposure. The relationship between ultrasound signals and operator behavior is discussed.

The fourth paper, written by Hirohiko Honda and Kazuko Tobita, concerns the improvement of personal computer operation using auditory signals for visually handicapped persons, who can then identify operational processes through simple sounds.

The fifth contribution, by Hirohiko Honda, involves improving mouse operation with personal computers for those physically challenged who suffer progressive deterioration. The proposed system helps such users maintain quality of life because they are able to continue using a personal computer even as their state of mobility deteriorates.

The closing contribution, by Hiroshi Igarashi, Yoshinobu Adachi, and Kazunari Takahashi, deals with multiagent systems based on human social behavior. Adaptability and the total performance of the authorfs proposed technique are confirmed through a pursuit problem in a multiagent system.

We thank the referees for their reviews and the Fuji Technology Press Ltd. staff for its encouragement and advice.

Paper: pp. 96-107
A Study on the Possibility of Applying Subliminal Visual Cue for Guiding Subject’s Attention
Abstract
Hiroshi Takahashi and Hirohiko Honda
Paper: pp. 108-116
Subliminal Calibration for Machine Operation
Abstract
Hiroshi Igarashi
Paper: pp. 117-123
A Study on the Change of Operation of Driving Video Game Under Ultrasound Exposure
Abstract
Hiroshi Takahashi and Hirohiko Honda
Paper: pp. 124-130
Efficiency Improvement of Information Acquisition in PC Operation with Auditory Signal
Abstract
Hirohiko Honda and Kazuko Tobita
Paper: pp. 131-138
Mouse Operation Support for the Physically-Challenged Persons who have Progressive Intractable Diseases
Abstract
Hirohiko Honda
Paper: pp. 139-146
Adaptive Cooperation for Multi Agent Systems Based on Human Social Behavior
Abstract
Hiroshi Igarashi, Yoshinobu Adachi, and Kazunari Takahashi

Special Issue on Aggregation Operators and Clustering

Editorial: p. 147
Aggregation Operators and Clustering
Vicenç Torra, Yasuo Narukawa, and Mark Daumas

This issue features decision making and other tools used in artificial intelligence applications. More specifically, the issue includes five papers focused on aggregation operators and clustering.

The series starts with a paper by Yoshida on weighted quasiarithmetic means that focuses on their monotonicity viewed from utility and weighting functions.

In the second paper, Nohmi, Honda and Okazaki focus on trust evaluation for networks, studying matrix operations based on t-norms and t-conorms. The authors also propose fuzzy graphs using adjacent matrices.

These works are followed by three on fuzzy clustering.

Kanzawa, Endo and Miyamoto present a variation of fuzzy c-means based on kernel functions in an approach developed for data with tolerance.

Endo covers clustering using kernel functions. The paper is based on a fuzzy nonmetric model including pairwise constraints in the clustering process.

The concluding paper also uses pairwise constraints, but within agglomerative hierarchical clustering. Hamasuna, Endo and Miyamoto include clusterwise tolerance in their mode.

As the editors of this issue, we would like to thank the referees for their work in the reviews and journal editors-in-chief Profs. Toshio Fukuda and Kaoru Hirota and the journal staff for their support.

Paper: pp. 148-153
Weighted Quasi-Arithmetic Means and the Domain Translations
Abstract
Yuji Yoshida
Paper: pp. 154-161
A Trust Evaluation of Networks Utilizing Matrix Operations Based on t-norms and t-conorms
Abstract
Masaya Nohmi, Aoi Honda, and Yoshiaki Okazaki
Paper: pp. 162-168
On Kernel Fuzzy c-Means for Data with Tolerance Using Explicit Mapping for Kernel Data Analysis
Abstract
Yuchi Kanzawa, Yasunori Endo, and Sadaaki Miyamoto
Paper: pp. 169-173
On Entropy Based Fuzzy Non Metric Model – Proposal, Kernelization and Pairwise Constraints –
Abstract
Yasunori Endo
Paper: pp. 174-179
On Agglomerative Hierarchical Clustering Using Clusterwise Tolerance Based Pairwise Constraints
Abstract
Yukihiro Hamasuna, Yasunori Endo, and Sadaaki Miyamoto

Vol.15 (2011)

No.9

(Nov)

Special Issue on Awareness Computing in Science and Engineering
Selected Papers from NaBIC 2010

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 1199-1202
WIN Algorithm for Discrete Online TSP
Abstract
Yonghua Wu, Guohun Zhu, Huaying Chen, and Jucun Qin
Paper: pp. 1203-1210
Enhancing a Fuzzy Failure Mode and Effect Analysis Methodology with an Analogical Reasoning Technique
Abstract
Tze Ling Jee, Kai Meng Tay, and Chee Khoon Ng
Paper: pp. 1211-1220
Spatiotemporal Analysis of Brain Activity During Understanding Honorific Expressions
Abstract
Michio Sugeno and Takahiro Yamanoi
Paper: pp. 1221-1227
Evaluating Functional Connectivity in Alcoholics Based on Maximal Weight Matching
Abstract
Guohun Zhu, Yan Li, and Peng (Paul) Wen

Special Issue on Awareness Computing in Science and Engineering

Editorial: p. 1229
Awareness Computing in Science and Engineering
Cheng-Hsiung Hsieh and Hsien-Chou Liao

As awareness computing attracts increasing attention, this special issue has been arranged for researchers, engineers, and scientists to discuss on awareness computing and to exchange ideas, opinions, and the latest results in this emerging new field.

Awareness is the ability to be conscious of, feel, or perceive ? in other words, to have awareness. It implies vigilance in observing and alertness in drawing inferences from experience. The ultimate goal of awareness computing is to create computing systems that are aware.

The eight papers accepted for this issue come mainly from International Symposium on Aware Computing 2010 and cover different aspects of awareness computing in science and engineering. The authors have been kind enough to revise their papers for this publication.

Two papers focus on awareness learning and multimedia-based learning, three examine localization using sensor networks, sound sources, and radiofrequency identification, and three explore a fuzzy-rules mining algorithm, an interactive map search system, and semi-supervised method for pattern recognition.

We thank the reviewers for their time and effort in reviewing papers within a limited time. We are most grateful to Professor Qiangfu Zhao of the University of Aizu, Japan, and to Professors Toshio Fukuda and Kaoru Hirota, Editors-in-Chief, for inviting us to guest-edit this special issue. We also thank the Fuji Technology Press staff for its ongoing assistance.

Paper: pp. 1230-1240
Document Analysis System Based on Awareness Learning
Abstract
Jie Ji, Rung-Ching Chen, and Qiangfu Zhao
Paper: pp. 1241-1247
Process of Acquiring Musical Performance Skills for Enhanced “Awareness” Given by a Multimedia-Based Learning Approach
Abstract
Katsuko T. Nakahira, Miki Akahane, and Yukiko Fukami
Paper: pp. 1248-1255
An Improvement of Fuzzy Association Rules Mining Algorithm Based on Redundancy of Rules
Abstract
Toshihiko Watanabe
Paper: pp. 1256-1261
An Interactive Map Search System Using Wavelet and Shape Contexts
Abstract
Jungpil Shin and Hsien-Chou Liao
Paper: pp. 1262-1268
Error-Correcting Semi-Supervised Pattern Recognition with Mode Filter on Graphs
Abstract
Weiwei Du and Kiichi Urahama
Paper: pp. 1269-1276
Mutual Localization of Multiple Sensor Node Robots
Abstract
Keitaro Naruse, Shigekazu Fukui, and Jie Luo
Paper: pp. 1277-1286
Spatial Localization of Concurrent Multiple Sound Sources Using Phase Candidate Histogram
Abstract
Huakang Li, Jie Huang, Minyi Guo, and Qunfei Zhao
Paper: pp. 1287-1298
Using Radio Frequency Identification for Indoor Location Identification Based on Power Level, Signal Strength and Fuzzy Method
Abstract
Rung-Ching Chen, Yu-Cheng Lin, Sheng-Ling Huang, and Qiangfu Zhao

Selected Papers from NaBIC 2010

Editorial: p. 1299
Selected Papers from NaBIC 2010
Yusuke Nojima and Mario Köppen

The Second World Congress on Nature and Biologically Inspired Computing (NaBIC2010) was held at the Kitakyushu International Conference Center December 15-17, 2010, in Kitakyushu, Japan. NaBIC2010 provided a forum for researchers, engineers, and students from worldwide to discuss state-of-the-art machine intelligence and to address issues related to building human-friendly machines by learning from nature.

NaBIC2010 covered a wide range of studies ? from theoretical and algorithmic studies on nature and biologically inspired computing techniques to their real-world applications.

Top researchers presenting papers at NaBIC2010 were invited to contribute to this special issue. Through a fair peer review process, four extended papers have been accepted ? an acceptance rate of 50%.

The first paper entitled gA Study on Computational Efficiency and Plasticity in Baldwinian Learningh by Liu and Iba analyzes Baldwinian evolution efficiency by comparing it to alternatives such as standard Darwinian evolution with no learning, Lamarckian evolution, and Baldwinian evolution with different learning and plasticity evolution.

The second paper entitled gExperimental Study of a Structured Differential Evolution with Mixed Strategiesh by Ishimizu and Tagawa proposes island-based DE with ring or torus networks. The authors examine the performance of the proposed DE with the effects of different strategies.

The third paper entitled gMulti-Space Competitive DGA for Model Selection and its Application to Localization of Multiple Signal Sourcesh by Ishikawa, Misawa, Kubota, Tokiwa, Horio, and Yamakawa proposes a distributed genetic algorithm in which each subpopulation searches for a solution in different decision space. Subpopulations change size based on search progress.

The fourth paper entitled gAn Extended Interactive Evolutionary Computation Using Heart Rate Variability as Fitness Value for Composing Music Chord Progressh by Fukumoto, Nakashima, Ogawa, and Imai uses heart-rate variability instead of direct human evaluations in an interactive evolutionary computation framework.

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Paper: pp. 1300-1309
A Study on Computational Efficiency and Plasticity in Baldwinian Learning
Abstract
Shu Liu and Hitoshi Iba
Paper: pp. 1310-1319
Experimental Study of a Structured Differential Evolution with Mixed Strategies
Abstract
Takashi Ishimizu and Kiyoharu Tagawa
Paper: pp. 1320-1328
Multi-Space Competitive DGA for Model Selection and its Application to Localization of Multiple Signal Sources
Abstract
Shudai Ishikawa, Hideaki Misawa, Ryosuke Kubota, Tatsuji Tokiwa, Keiichi Horio, and Takeshi Yamakawa
Paper: pp. 1329-1336
An Extended Interactive Evolutionary Computation Using Heart Rate Variability as Fitness Value for Composing Music Chord Progression
Abstract
Makoto Fukumoto, Shuta Nakashima, Shintaro Ogawa, and Jun-ichi Imai

No.8

(Oct)

Special Issue on Cross-Disciplinary Approaches to Embodied Knowledge of Human Skill
Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS – No.2
Selected Papers from i-SAIRAS 2010

Special Issue on Cross-Disciplinary Approaches to Embodied Knowledge of Human Skill

Editorial: p. 941
Cross-Disciplinary Approaches to Embodied Knowledge of Human Skill
Isao Hayashi and Shinichi Furuya

Expertise in sports, music, dance, and craftsmanship is increasingly attracting researchers from many different backgrounds who seek to deepen their understanding of outstanding human skills - a field known as skill science. The goal of skill science is to elucidate neural, cognitive, and computational mechanisms and processes underlying superior sensorimotor functions. To this aim, cross-disciplinary approaches needed include artificial intelligence, computational intelligence, soft computing, robotics, biomechanics, cognitive science, and neuroscience.

This special issue includes a variety of paper focusing on new computational approaces and cutting-edge empirical techniques shedding light on embodied knowledge. Analytical techniques include factorial analysis, such as Principal Component Analysis (PCA) and Singular Vector Decomposition (SVD), correlation networks, machine learning such as cluster analysis, Bayesian statistics, and nonlinear dynamical modeling. Experimental paradigms and techniques include Virtual Reality (VR) environment, comparison between skilled and unskilled individuals and between individuals with and without neurological disorders, and biomechanical and physiological measurement using motion capture, ElectroMyoGraphy (EMG), functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI), Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), and Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR).

These approaches and techniques have successfully addressed key features of sensorimotor mechanisms behind skilled human behavior. Unique approaches in terms of abduction reasoning and observation learning of robots have quantitatively and qualitatively unraveled cognitive processes in novel skill acquisition.

Findings from these studies provide intriguing insights into developing comprehensive models of embodied knowledge and into practical applications Quantitative evaluation and precise modeling of human skills are, for example, indispensable for developing hardware and software that mimic human functions and for designing robots and Brain-Machine Interfaces (BMI) that enables dexterous human-like behavior. It is of academic...<more>

Paper: pp. 942-953
Neurophysiological and Dynamical Control Principles Underlying Variable and Stereotyped Movement Patterns During Motor Skill Acquisition
Abstract
Kazutoshi Kudo, Makoto Miyazaki, Hirofumi Sekiguchi, Hiroshi Kadota, Shinya Fujii, Akito Miura, Michiko Yoshie, and Hiroki Nakata
Paper: pp. 954-961
Abductive Reasoning as an Integrating Framework in Skill Acquisition
Abstract
Koichi Furukawa, Toshiki Masuda, and Ikuo Kobayashi
Paper: pp. 962-971
Accuracy of Synchrony Judgment and its Relation to the Auditory Brainstem Response: the Difference Between Pianists and Non-Pianists
Abstract
Eriko Aiba, Koji Kazai, Takayuki Shimotomai, Toshie Matsui, Minoru Tsuzaki, and Noriko Nagata
Paper: pp. 972-979
Learning Strategy in Time-to-Contact Estimation of Falling Objects
Abstract
Hiroyuki Kambara, Keiichi Ohishi, and Yasuharu Koike
Paper: pp. 980-987
Decomposition of Limb Movement Based on Muscular Coordination During Human Running
Abstract
Taiki Iimura, Keita Inoue, Hang T. T. Pham, Hiroaki Hirai, and Fumio Miyazaki
Paper: pp. 988-996
Network Approach to Inducing Coordinative Structures of Skillful Movements
Abstract
Masanori Tsujino, Tsutomu Fujinami, and Keisuke Nagai
Paper: pp. 997-1010
A Classification of Postural Sway Patterns During Upright Stance in Healthy Adults and Patients with Parkinson’s Disease
Abstract
Tomohisa Yamamoto, Yasuyuki Suzuki, Kunihiko Nomura, Taishin Nomura, Takao Tanahashi, Kei Fukada, Takayuki Endo, and Saburo Sakoda
Paper: pp. 1011-1018
Acquisition of Embodied Knowledge on Gesture Motion by Singular Value Decomposition
Abstract
Isao Hayashi, Yinlai Jiang, and Shuoyu Wang
Paper: pp. 1019-1029
Extraction of Coordinative Structures of Motions by Segmentation Using Singular Spectrum Transformation
Abstract
Hiroaki Nakanishi, Sayaka Kanata, Hirofumi Hattori, Tetsuo Sawaragi, and Yukio Horiguchi
Paper: pp. 1030-1038
Kicking Motion Imitation of Inverted-Pendulum Mobile Robot and Development of Body Mapping from Human Demonstrator
Abstract
Sataya Takahashi, Yasutake Takahashi, Yoichiro Maeda, and Takayuki Nakamura
Paper: pp. 1039-1048
Analysis of Driver Perceptions and Behavior When Driving in an Unfamiliar Traffic Regulation
Abstract
Hidetoshi Nakayasu, Tetsuya Miyoshi, Nobuhiko Kondo, Hirokazu Aoki, and Patrick Patterson

Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS – No.2

Editorial: p. 1049
Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2010 – No.2
Keigo Watanabe, Kazuhiro Ohkura, and Kiyotaka Izumi

This second special issue from the Joint 5th International Conference on Soft Computing and Intelligent Systems and the 11th International Symposium on Advanced Intelligent Systems (SCIS & ISIS) 2010 presents 11 progressive papers covering topics from Fuzzy c-Means, clustering, evolutionary algorithms, and self-organizing maps to optimization, spiral phenomena, matroids, multirobot systems, and reinforcement learning. This wide range of research interests reflects current trends in the SCIS & ISIS conference series. As such, they demonstrate how near-future research interests are gradually moving toward exciting new directions.

We thank the authors and reviewers for taking time out from their busy schedules to make this publication possible. We are especially grateful to Prof. Toshio Fukuda of Nagoya University and to Prof. Kaoru Hirota of the Tokyo Institute of Technology for giving us the opportunity to guest-edit JACIII. Our special thanks go to Ms. Reiko Ohta of Fuji Technology Press Ltd. for her ongoing support in publication.

Paper: pp. 1050-1056
Non-Euclidean Extension of FCMdd-Based Linear Clustering for Relational Data
Abstract
Takeshi Yamamoto, Katsuhiro Honda, Akira Notsu, and Hidetomo Ichihashi
Paper: pp. 1057-1064
KL-Divergence-Based and Manhattan Distance-Based Semisupervised Entropy-Regularized Fuzzy c-Means
Abstract
Yuchi Kanzawa, Yasunori Endo, and Sadaaki Miyamoto
Paper: pp. 1065-1072
Improving the Robustness of Instance-Based Reinforcement Learning Robots by Metalearning
Abstract
Toshiyuki Yasuda, Kousuke Araki, and Kazuhiro Ohkura
Paper: pp. 1073-1081
Extraction of Community Transition Rules from Data Streams as Large Graph Sequence
Abstract
Takehiro Yamaguchi and Ayahiko Niimi
Paper: pp. 1082-1094
A Proposal of Memory and Prediction Based Genetic Algorithm Using Speciation in Dynamic Multimodal Function Optimization
Abstract
Takumi Ichimura, Hiroshi Inoue, Akira Hara, Tetsuyuki Takahama, and Kenneth J. Mackin
Paper: pp. 1095-1102
Performance Analysis of Quantum-Inspired Evolutionary Algorithm
Abstract
Tomohisa Takata, Teijiro Isokawa, and Nobuyuki Matsui
Paper: pp. 1103-1108
An Approximation Algorithm with Factor Two for a Repetitive Routing Problem of Grasp-and-Delivery Robots
Abstract
Yoshiyuki Karuno, Hiroshi Nagamochi, and Aleksandar Shurbevski
Paper: pp. 1109-1115
Preservation and Application of Acquired Knowledge Using Instance-Based Reinforcement Learning for Multi-Robot Systems
Abstract
Junki Sakanoue, Toshiyuki Yasuda, and Kazuhiro Ohkura
Paper: pp. 1116-1122
Spiral Dynamics Inspired Optimization
Abstract
Kenichi Tamura and Keiichiro Yasuda
Paper: pp. 1123-1130
Solving the Binding Problem with Separated Extraction of Information by Oscillatory Self-Organizing Maps
Abstract
Ryota Miyata and Koji Kurata
Paper: pp. 1131-1138
A Proposal of Genetic Operations for BSIM Parameter Extraction Using Real-Coded Genetic Algorithm
Abstract
Ai Nishiba, Hiroharu Kawanaka, Haruhiko Takase, and Shinji Tsuruoka

Selected Papers from i-SAIRAS 2010

Editorial: p. 1139
Selected Papers from i-SAIRAS 2010
Keiki Takadama

This special issue features the selected papers from i-SAIRAS 2010 (The 10th International Symposium on Artificial Intelligence, Robotics and Automation in Space) at Sapporo, Japan on August 29 - September 1, 2010), which explores the technology of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation and Robotics, and its application in space. In the AI domain, in particular, i-SAIRAS focuses on the following issues: (1) spacecraft autonomy (e.g., inboard software for mission planning and execution, resource management, fault protection, science data analysis, guidance, navigation and control, smart sensors, testing and validation, architectures); (2) mission operations automation (e.g., decision support tools for mission planning and scheduling, anomaly detection and fault analysis, innovative operations concepts, data visualization, secure commanding and networking); (3) design tools and optimization methods, electronic documentation; and (4) AI methods (e.g., automated planning and scheduling, agents model-based reasoning, machine learning and data mining).

In the selection process for JACIII (Journal of Advanced Computational Intelligence and Intelligent Informatics), 13 papers were firstly nominated from 133 oral presentation papers as outstanding AI-related papers by i-SAIRAS International Committee, and 6 papers were finally accepted through the two-stages of pear-reviews. All papers were reviewed by three reviewers. As the brief introduction of these papers, the paper by Mark Johnston and Mark Giuliano presents an architecture called MUSE (Multi-User Scheduling Environment) to integrate multi-objective evolutionary algorithms with existing domain planning and scheduling tools. The second paper by Amdeo Cesta et al. discusses general lessons learned from a series of deployed planning and scheduling systems. The third paper by Alessandro Donati et al. spotlights specific achievements and trends in the area of spacecraft diagnosis and mission planning and scheduling. The fourth paper by Cedric Cocaud and Takashi Kubota proposes the system that provides position and attitude information to a spacecraft during its approa...<more>

Paper: pp. 1140-1148
Multi-Objective Scheduling for Space Science Missions
Abstract
Mark D. Johnston and Mark E. Giuliano
Paper: pp. 1149-1158
Deploying Interactive Mission Planning Tools- Experiences and Lessons Learned -
Abstract
Amedeo Cesta, Gabriella Cortellessa, Simone Fratini, Angelo Oddi, and Giulio Bernardi
Paper: pp. 1159-1166
Benefits of Using Innovative Tools for Diagnostics and Planning in ESA Mission Operations
Abstract
Alessandro Donati, Jose Antonio Martinez-Heras, and Nicola Policella
Paper: pp. 1167-1174
Development of an Intelligent Simulator with SLAM Functions for Visual Autonomous Landing on Small Celestial Bodies
Abstract
Cedric Cocaud and Takashi Kubota
Paper: pp. 1175-1185
Robustness to Bit Inversion in Registers and Acceleration of Program Evolution in On-Board Computer
Abstract
Tomohiro Harada, Masayuki Otani, Yoshihiro Ichikawa, Kiyohiko Hattori, Hiroyuki Sato, and Keiki Takadama
Paper: pp. 1186-1196
Improving Recovery Capability of Multiple Robots in Different Scale Structure Assembly
Abstract
Masayuki Otani, Kiyohiko Hattori, Hiroyuki Sato, and Keiki Takadama

No.7

(Sep)

Special Issue on Omnipresent Intelligent Computing – New Developments and Societal Impact
Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2010 – No.1

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 747-758
Enhancing Bidding Strategy Using Genetic Network Programming in Agent-Based Multiple Round English Auction
Abstract
Chuan Yue, Shingo Mabu, and Kotaro Hirasawa
Paper: pp. 759-766
Adaptive Controller for T-S Fuzzy Model with Modeling Error
Abstract
Hugang Han
Paper: pp. 767-776
Fuzzy Genetic Network Programming with Noises for Mobile Robot Navigation
Abstract
Siti Sendari, Shingo Mabu, Andre Tjahjadi, and Kotaro Hirasawa
Paper: pp. 777-784
Concept Finding Proofs
Abstract
Norihiro Kamide

Special Issue on Omnipresent Intelligent Computing – New Developments and Societal Impact

Editorial: p. 785
Omnipresent Intelligent Computing – New Developments and Societal Impact
Alfons Schuster and Daniel Berrar

When the computer revolution began in the second half of the 20th century, few could have foreseen the pervasiveness that intelligent devices would have only half a century later. Today, consumers deal with numerous computing devices providing increasingly sophisticated services. Arguably, no other invention has so profoundly impacted on daily home and work lives as the computer. The downside, however, holds the worrying realization that many artifacts of modern technology now touch on the human sphere to the point of risking an individualfs privacy, security, and well-being.

The new millennium carries the computer revolution to unprecedented levels where new computing paradigms excite researchers beyond the limits of science fiction. The burgeoning field of synthetic biology, for example, has given rise to novel computing approaches based on biomolecular materials. Indeed, silicon is no longer the only substrate for intelligent information processing. Other unconventional approaches such as computing with slime molds, for example, now embrace even living organisms. Information processing and problem solving strategies observed in nature have inspired the design of novelmachine learning algorithms. Seemingly unlimited computer power now enables the in silico simulation of living organisms and the study of evolutionary processes with enormous efficiency. Although many of these novel, nature-inspired approaches are still in their infancy, they might bring a paradigm shift in computational science. How such a technology-driven paradigm shift may affect the gsofth components of our modern complex society is a many-faceted issue that deserves our consideration and exploration.

This special issue focuses on new developments in intelligent computing. A. Schuster and D. Berrar analyze the potentials and risks of current and emerging intelligent computing paradigms. Their article focuses on the interface between humans and intelligent systems and explores potentials and risks emerging for individuals and for the information society at large.

L. Palafox and H. Hashimoto propose a new human activity reco...<more>

Paper: pp. 786-792
The Omnipresent Computing Menace to Information Society
Abstract
Alfons Schuster and Daniel Berrar
Paper: pp. 793-799
4W1H and Particle Swarm Optimization for Human Activity Recognition
Abstract
Leon Palafox and Hideki Hashimoto
Paper: pp. 800-805
Dependence-Maximization Clustering with Least-Squares Mutual Information
Abstract
Manabu Kimura and Masashi Sugiyama
Paper: pp. 806-812
Multiagent Strategic Interaction Based on a Game Theoretical Approach to Polarization Reversal in Ferroelectric Capacitors
Abstract
Dan Ricinschi and Eisuke Tokumitsu

Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2010 – No.1

Editorial: p. 813
Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2010 – No.1
Keigo Watanabe, Kazuhiro Ohkura, and Kiyotaka Izumi

SCIS & ISIS is a biennial international joint conference on soft computing and intelligent systems, with research ranging from fuzzy systems, neural networks, and evolutionary computation to multi-agent systems, artificial intelligence, and robotics.

SCIS & ISIS 2010 consisted of the 5th International Conference on Soft Computing and Intelligent Systems (SCIS) and the 11th International Symposium on Advanced Intelligent Systems (ISIS), held at Okayama Convention Center on December 8-12, 2010. Original presentations numbered 302 and participants 322.

After preliminary selection by SCIS & ISIS 2010 session chairs, we listed over 70 papers to be published in extended form in the Special Issue of the Journal of Advanced Computational Intelligence and Intelligent Informatics. After inviting these authors to submit papers for this special issue, we had two referees to review them and accepted 27 for publication in Vol.15, Nos.7 and 8 in 2011.

This special issue presents 15 of these papers covering most conference topics, including fuzzy theory, learning methods, neural networks, and evolutionary computation, with a focus on reinforcement learning, multi-agent system, nonlinear estimation, and real-world applications to visual system, robotics and energy.

We thank the authors and reviewers for their invaluable contributions toward making this special issue possible. We are also grateful to Editors-in-chief Prof. Toshio Fukuda of Nagoya University and Prof. Kaoru Hirota of the Tokyo Institute of Technology for inviting us to serve as Guest Editors.

Paper: pp. 814-821
Merging with Extraction Method for Transfer Learning in Actor-Critic
Abstract
Toshiaki Takano, Haruhiko Takase, Hiroharu Kawanaka, and Shinji Tsuruoka
Paper: pp. 822-930
Network Parameter Setting for Reinforcement Learning Approaches Using Neural Networks
Abstract
Kazuaki Yamada
Paper: pp. 831-837
Adaptive Nutrient Water Supply Control of Plant Factory System by Reinforcement Learning
Abstract
Takumi Wakahara and Sadayoshi Mikami
Paper: pp. 838-845
“Behavior Composed” for Artificial Flying Creature
Abstract
Masashi Furukawa, Makoto Morinaga, Ryosuke Ooe, Michiko Watanabe, Ikuo Suzuki, and Masahito Yamamoto
Paper: pp. 846-853
Neuro-PID Control for Electric Vehicle
Abstract
Shigeru Omatu, Michifumi Yoshioka, and Toru Fujinaka
Paper: pp. 854-859
Nonlinear Active Noise Control via Model-Based Approaches
Abstract
Sam Chau Duong, Hiroshi Kinjo, and Naoki Oshiro
Paper: pp. 860-868
An Unscented Rauch-Tung-Striebel Smoother for a Vehicle Localization Problem
Abstract
Saifudin Razali, Keigo Watanabe, Shoichi Maeyama, and Kiyotaka Izumi
Paper: pp. 869-877
Human Pointing Navigation Interface for Mobile Robot with Spherical Vision System
Abstract
Yasutake Takahashi, Kyohei Yoshida, Fuminori Hibino, and Yoichiro Maeda
Paper: pp. 878-887
Experimental Evaluations of Approaching Hand/Eye-Vergence Visual Servoing
Abstract
Fujia Yu, Wei Song, Mamoru Minami, Akira Yanou, and Mingcong Deng
Paper: pp. 888-895
A Workmanlike Orthogonal-Type Robot with a Force Input Device
Abstract
Fusaomi Nagata, Takanori Mizobuchi, Sho Yoshitake, Hitoshi Suzukawa, Hiroto Ishihara, and Keigo Watanabe
Paper: pp. 896-903
Group Behavior Learning in Multi-Agent Systems Based on Social Interaction Among Agents
Abstract
Kun Zhang, Yoichiro Maeda, and Yasutake Takahashi
Paper: pp. 904-910
Induction of Cooperative Behavior Through Exchange of Nonverbal Information
Abstract
Yuzo Takahashi
Paper: pp. 911-918
Multi-Agent Transport Simulation Model for Eco-Commuting Promotion Planning
Abstract
Masashi Okushima and Takamasa Akiyama
Paper: pp. 919-925
Pragmatic Factors Influencing Word Choice: An Examination Based on Corpus and the IR Method
Abstract
Yu Wang, Wenzhen Shi, and Tetsuhisa Oda
Paper: pp. 926-933
Smart Management of HVDC Interface Flow for Jeju Island System with High Penetration of Wind Energy
Abstract
Hwachang Song, Dong-Hee Yoon, Gilsoo Jang, and Jang-Ho Lee

No.6

(Aug)

Selected Papers from iFAN 2010

Selected Papers from iFAN 2010

Editorial: p. 631
Selected Papers from iFAN 2010
Toshio Fukuda and Yasufumi Takama

The 2010 International Symposium on Intelligent Systems (iFAN2010) was held at Tokyo Metropolitan University, Tokyo, Japan, in September 2010, in conjunction with the 20th anniversary of the 2010 Intelligent System Symposium (FAN2010). These two symposiums provided a fine opportunity for researchers to exchange ideas on basic theories and applications on intelligent systems and iFAN2010 was the first international symposium in the history of the FAN symposium.

From more than 200 papers of FAN2010 and iFAN2010, papers of top quality were invited to this special issue. From 17 papers submitted, 13 outstanding papers have been selected for this special issue after fair and peer review process. As these two symposiums covered a wide variety of intelligence-related issues, this special issue also consists of various topics from basic theories such as machine learning, adaptive control, and optimization, to application-oriented studies such as medical image processing, human support systems, and land mine detection. This issue is expected to contribute much to research on intelligent systems.

As the Editors of this special issue, we thank the contributors and reviewers for their time and cooperation. We look forward to actively participating to the next FAN2011, to be held at Kobe University, Hyogo, Japan, in September 2011, which we hope will be as successful and fruitful as the 2010 symposium.

Paper: pp. 632-638
Adaptive Control Using an Oscillator Network with Capacitive Couplers
Abstract
Takuro Moriyama and Daisuke Kurabayashi
Paper: pp. 639-651
Optimization of Fuzzy Logic Controller for Trajectory Tracking Using Genetic Algorithm
Abstract
Pintu Chandra Shill, M. A. H. Akhand, Md. Faijul Amin, and Kazuyuki Murase
Paper: pp. 652-661
Hybrid Ensemble Construction with Selected Neural Networks
Abstract
M. A. H. Akhand, Pintu Chandra Shill, and Kazuyuki Murase
Paper: pp. 662-670
Feature Extraction with Space Folding Model and its Application to Machine Learning
Abstract
Minh Tuan Pham, Tomohiro Yoshikawa, Takeshi Furuhashi, and Kanta Tachibana
Paper: pp. 671-680
Ant Colony Optimization for Feature Selection Involving Effective Local Search
Abstract
Md. Monirul Kabir, Md. Shahjahan, and Kazuyuki Murase
Paper: pp. 681-686
Particle Filter with Gaussian Weighting for Vehicle Tracking
Abstract
Indah Agustien Siradjuddin and Muhammad Rahmat Widyanto
Paper: pp. 687-697
Content-Based Image Retrieval via Combination of Similarity Measures
Abstract
Kazushi Okamoto, Fangyan Dong, Shinichi Yoshida, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 698-706
Efficient Color Transformations on Quantum Images
Abstract
Phuc Q. Le, Abdullah M. Iliyasu, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 707-713
Detection of Lung Nodules in Thoracic MDCT Images Based on Temporal Changes from Previous and Current Images
Abstract
Shinya Maeda, Yasuyuki Tomiyama, Hyoungseop Kim, Noriaki Miyake, Yoshinori Itai, Joo Kooi Tan, Seiji Ishikawa, and Akiyoshi Yamamoto
Paper: pp. 714-722
Medical Image Diagnosis of Liver Cancer Using a Neural Network and Artificial Intelligence
Abstract
Tadashi Kondo, Junji Ueno, and Shoichiro Takao
Paper: pp. 723-730
An Intelligent Human Support System Using Motion Patterns and Environment Information
Abstract
Yihsin Ho, Kazumasa Murakami, Tomomi Shibano, Eri Sato-Shimokawara, and Toru Yamaguchi
Paper: pp. 731-736
Proposal ofWearable Multiremote Controller Using Head-Tracking
Abstract
Kohei Miyata, Yuhki Kitazono, Shiyuan Yang, and Seiichi Serikawa
Paper: pp. 737-743
Development of an Automatic Landmine Detection and Marking System for the Demining Robot Gryphon
Abstract
Alex M. Kaneko and Edwardo F. Fukushima

No.5

(Jul)

Special Issue on Human-Robot Interaction Systems

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 488-494
Genetic Network Programming-Sarsa with Subroutines for Trading Rules on Stock Markets
Abstract
Yang Yang, Shingo Mabu, Jianhua Li, and Kotaro Hirasawa
Paper: pp. 495-505
Integrated Rule Mining Based on Fuzzy GNP and Probabilistic Classification for Intrusion Detection
Abstract
Nannan Lu, Shingo Mabu, and Kotaro Hirasawa
Paper: pp. 506-514
RTM (Robot Technology Middleware) Based Dynamic Interrupt System for Communication Between Humans and Robots
Abstract
Hai An Vu, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 515-524
Multi-Order Rules Extraction by Genetic Network Programming with Rule Accumulation and its Application to Stock Trading Problems
Abstract
Yafei Xing, Singo Mabu, Lian Yuzhu, and Kotaro Hirasawa
Paper: pp. 525-531
Learning of Obstacle Avoidance with Redundant Manipulator by Hierarchical SOM
Abstract
Yuichi Kobayashi and Takahiro Nomura

Special Issue on Human-Robot Interaction Systems

Editorial: p. 533
Human-Robot Interaction Systems
Tomomi Hashimoto and Yoshihito Kagawa

Opportunities for human beings and robots to work together are increasing. The objective of this special issuefs ten articles is to activate and expand top-quality research.

In the first, T. Muto and Y. Miyake explore interpersonal cooperative walking replicated for two human beings and the motor-control mechanisms involved.

In the second, Y. Nishikawa, Y. Kagawa, and J. Kurabayashi study control of healthcare equipment and a manipulator using electromyography (EMG) signals.

The third contribution, by T. Hashimoto, Y. Takakura, T. Hamada, T. Akazawa, and M. Yamamoto, details a walking simulator using virtual reality.

The fourth, by Y. Tang, H. A. Vu, P. Q. Le, D. Masano, O. Thet, C. Fatichah, Z. Liu, M. Yamaguchi, M. L. Tangel, F. Dong, Y. Yamazaki, and K. Hirota, proposes casual communication between humans and robots by integrating nonverbal gestures and verbal messages.

Y. Ho, T. Shibano, E. Sato-Shimokawara, and T. Yamaguchi present a system in the fifth article that uses data mining to detect human intent collecting, processing, and analyzing human motion.

In the sixth, K. Rattanyu and M. Mizukawa introduce emotion recognition based on electrocardiography (ECG) signals.

In the seventh article, K. Ogawa, S. Nishio, K. Koda, G. Balistreri, T. Watanabe, and H. Ishiguro discusses two field tests using the Telenoid android.

The eighth contribution, by H. Suzuki and H. Nishi, shows how animal gaits are implemented by quadrupedal robots.

K. Zhang, Y. Maeda, and Y. Takahashi propose multiagent reinforcement learning in the ninth article.

The closing contribution, by B. Piriyanont, N. Uchiyama, and S. Sano, proposes collision avoidance control for a quadrocopter based on the social force model concept.

We thank the referees for their comprehensive reviews and the Fuji Technology Press Ltd. staff for its encouragement and advice.

Paper: pp. 534-544
Dual-Hierarchical Control Mechanism of Interpersonal Embodied Interactions in Cooperative Walking
Abstract
Takeshi Muto and Yoshihiro Miyake
Paper: pp. 545-553
High Accurate Discrimination Method of Forearm Motions from Surface Electromyogram and its Condition
Abstract
Yoshio Nishikawa, Yoshihito Kagawa, and Jun Kurabayashi
Paper: pp. 554-562
Development of Foot Gait Simulator for Presenting Environment to Each User
Abstract
Tomomi Hashimoto, Yasuyuki Takakura, Toshimitsu Hamada, Toshiko Akazawa, and Mitsuru Yamamoto
Paper: pp. 563-572
Multimodal Gesture Recognition for Mascot Robot System Based on Choquet Integral Using Camera and 3D Accelerometers Fusion
Abstract
Yongkang Tang, Hai An Vu, Phuc Q. Le, Daisuke Masano, OoHan Thet, Chastine Fatichah, Zhentao Liu, Masashi Yamaguchi, Martin Leonard Tangel, Fangyan Dong, Yoichi Yamazaki, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 573-581
Data Mining Using Human Motions for Intelligent Systems
Abstract
Yihsin Ho, Tomomi Shibano, Eri Sato-Shimokawara, and Toru Yamaguchi
Paper: pp. 582-591
Emotion Recognition Based on ECG Signals for Service Robots in the Intelligent Space During Daily Life
Abstract
Kanlaya Rattanyu and Makoto Mizukawa
Paper: pp. 592-597
Exploring the Natural Reaction of Young and Aged Person with Telenoid in a Real World
Abstract
Kohei Ogawa, Shuichi Nishio, Kensuke Koda, Giuseppe Balistreri, Tetsuya Watanabe, and Hiroshi Ishiguro
Paper: pp. 598-605
Generation Method of Quadrupedal Gait Based on Human Feeling for Animal Type Robot
Abstract
Hidekazu Suzuki and Hitoshi Nishi
Paper: pp. 606-616
Cooperative Behavior Learning Based on Social Interaction of State Conversion and Reward Exchange Among Multi-Agents
Abstract
Kun Zhang, Yoichiro Maeda, and Yasutake Takahashi
Paper: pp. 617-623
Model Reference Control for Collision Avoidance of a Human-Operated Quadrotor Helicopter
Abstract
Busara Piriyanont, Naoki Uchiyama, and Shigenori Sano

No.4

(Jun)

Selected Papers from ISME'2010

Selected Papers from ISME'2010

Editorial: p. 399
Selected Papers from ISME'2010
Vladik Kreinovich and Vyacheslav Kalashnikov

The International Society of Management Engineers (ISME), founded in April 2003 to support ME innovation and research, covers methods and techniques related to industrial production and management, in contrast to conventional industrial engineering. Recent examples include innovative research on such topics as

· logistics,

· service,

· supply chain management,

· knowledge management.

These topics, among others, are part of ME. Other important ME areas are mobile business and e-commerce.

The ISME organized its first symposium in 2004, with such symposiums becoming a regular event. This special issue focuses on papers from the seventh International Symposium on Management Engineering ISMEf2010, held on August 26-28, 2010, in Kitakyushu, Japan. It also includes several related papers. ISME'2010 centered on “Management Engineering — Bridging the Gap between Humans and Systems.”

The symposiumfs topics include organization, corporate strategy, project management, technology management, intelligence, computation, operations research, probability and possibility theories, fuzzy sets, rough sets, approximate reasoning, linguistic information processing and automata, knowledge discovery, clustering and data analysis, fuzzy control and modeling, optimization under uncertainty and its applications, games and decision making, fuzzy analysis, and fuzzy games. These topics are reflected in this issue's contributions.

We thank:

· the authors for their outstanding work,

· ISMEf2010 participants for their helpful suggestions,

· the reviewers for their thorough analysis and constructive help,

· Professor Junzo Watada for his kind suggestions in hosting this issue, and

· the journal staff for their tireless work.

Paper: pp. 400-405
Next Generation Passive Optical Networking Technology Predictions by Using Hybrid MCDM Methods
Abstract
Chi-Yo Huang, Shih-Yu Chang, Yu-Hsien Yang, and Gwo-Hshiung Tzeng
Paper: pp. 406-417
Using Hybrid MCDM Methods to Assess Fuel Cell Technology for the Next Generation of Hybrid Power Automobiles
Abstract
Chi-Yo Huang, Yi-Hsuan Hung, and Gwo-Hshiung Tzeng
Paper: pp. 418-424
Product Innovation of Shinzaburo Hanpu and Regional Characteristic of Kyoto
Abstract
Yusuke Irisawa and Shin’ya Nagasawa
Paper: pp. 425-432
Consistent Conjectural Variations Equilibrium in a Mixed Duopoly
Abstract
Nataliya I. Kalashnykova, Vladimir A. Bulavsky, Vyacheslav V. Kalashnikov, and Felipe J. Castillo Pérez
Paper: pp. 433-437
Statistical Analysis for Human Preference to Colors
Abstract
Taki Kanda
Paper: pp. 438-448
Trustees’ and Investors’ Behavior in the First Two Rounds of a Trust Game: Overview and a (Partial) Explanation Based on Cooperative Game Theory
Abstract
Misha Koshelev
Paper: pp. 449-453
Rough Sets Based Prediction Model of Tick-Wise Price Fluctuations
Abstract
Yoshiyuki Matsumoto and Junzo Watada
Paper: pp. 454-459
Knowledge Mining for Project Management and Execution
Abstract
Shinji Mochida
Paper: pp. 460-464
Chanel’s Strategy of Communication Tools and Packaging for its Beauty Products
Abstract
Shin’ya Nagasawa and Kana Sugimoto
Paper: pp. 465-472
Multi-Attribute Decision Making in Contractor Selection Under Hybrid Uncertainty
Abstract
Arbaiy Nureize and Junzo Watada
Paper: pp. 473-478
A Hybrid Particle Swarm Optimization Approach and its Application to Solving Portfolio Selection Problems
Abstract
Shamshul Bahar Yaakob and Junzo Watada
Paper: pp. 479-484
Fuzzy Robust Regression Model by Possibility Maximization
Abstract
Yoshiyuki Yabuuchi and Junzo Watada

No.3

(May)

Special Issue on Fuzzy Rule Interpolation
Selected Papers from ISCIIA 2010

Special Issue on Fuzzy Rule Interpolation

Editorial: p. 253
Fuzzy Rule Interpolation
Szilveszter Kov?cs

Fuzzy Rule Interpolation (FRI) methods are well known tools for reasoning in case of insufficient knowledge expressed as sparse fuzzy rule-bases. It also provides a simple way to define fuzzy functions. Despite these advantages, FRI techniques are relatively rarely applied in practice.

Enabling sparse fuzzy rule-bases, FRI dramatically simplifies rule-base creation. Regardless of whether the rule-base is generated by a human expert, or automatically from input-output data, the ability to provide reasonable interpolated conclusions even if no rule fires for a given observation, help to concentrate on cardinal actions alone. This reduces the number of rules needed, speeds up parameter optimization and validation steps, and hence simplifies rule-base creation itself.

This special issuefs six papers take six different directions in current FRI research.

The first introduces the FRI concept and sets up a unified criteria and evaluation system. This work collects the main properties an FRI method generally has to fulfill. The next two papers are related to the constantly important mainstream research on the more and more sophisticated FRI methods, the endeavor of finding the best way for defining a fuzzy valued fuzzy function based on data given in the form of the relation of fuzzy sets, i.e., in fuzzy rules. The second paper introduces a novel FRI method that is able to handle fuzzy observations activating multiple rule antecedents applying the concept of nonlinear fuzzy-valued function. The third paper presents a novel ganalogical-basedh FRI method that rather fits into the traditional FRI research line, improving the n-rule-based gscale and move transformationh FRI to ensure continuous approximate functions. The fourth paper addresses the issue of defining a distance function between fuzzy sets on a domain that is not necessarily Euclidean metric space. In FRI, this takes on the importance if antecedent or consequent domains are non-Euclidean metric spaces. The last two papers discuss direct FRI control applications. One is an example proving that the sparse fuzzy rule-base is an efficient know...<more>

Paper: pp. 254-263
Fuzzy Rule Interpolation and Extrapolation Techniques: Criteria and Evaluation Guidelines
Abstract
Domonkos Tikk, Zsolt Csaba Johanyák, Szilveszter Kovács, and Kok Wai Wong
Paper: pp. 264-287
Inference for Nonlinear Mapping with Sparse Fuzzy Rules Based on Multi-Level Interpolation
Abstract
Kiyohiko Uehara, Shun Sato, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 288-298
Generalisation of Scale and Move Transformation-Based Fuzzy Interpolation
Abstract
Qiang Shen and Longzhi Yang
Paper: pp. 299-303
Compound Distance Function for Similarity Measurement Between Fuzzy Sets
Abstract
László Kovács
Paper: pp. 304-312
Intelligent Automated Guided Vehicle Controller with Reverse Strategy
Abstract
Shigeru Kato and Kok Wai Wong
Paper: pp. 313-320
Performance Optimization of the Fuzzy Rule Interpolation Method “FIVE”
Abstract
Dávid Vincze and Szilveszter Kovács

Selected Papers from ISCIIA 2010

Editorial: p. 321
Selected Papers from ISCIIA 2010
Yasufumi Takama

The 4th International Symposium on Computational Intelligence and Industrial Applications (ISCIIA2010), held at the Harbin University of Science and Technology in Heilongjiang Province, China, in August 2010 focused on advanced technologies for computational intelligence and industrial applications. A series of ISCIIA symposiums has provided a unique opportunity for the academic and industrial communities to address new challenges, share new-found solutions, and discuss directions for future research.

Of the ISCIIA2010fs 50 papers, 11 outstanding papers have been selected for this special issue after fair and strict review process. Among this issuefs topics are fuzzy logic,Web mining, Kansei Information Processing (KIP), brain informatics, and human-centered systems. Given the importance of these topics to both the academic and industrial communities, this issue should contribute much to active exchange between both communities.

As the Editor of this special issue, I thank all of the contributors and reviewers for their time and cooperation. Herefs hoping that the next ISCIIA, which is being held in Hokkaido, Japan, in 2012, will be as successful and fruitful as the 2010 symposium has been.

Paper: pp. 322-328
Semantically Enhanced Code Clone Refinement Algorithm Based on Analysis of Multiple Detection Reports
Abstract
Ricardo Sotolongo, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 329-335
A Fuzzy Weights Representation for Inner Dependence AHP
Abstract
Shin-ichi Ohnishi, Takahiro Yamanoi, and Hideyuki Imai
Paper: pp. 336-344
Fuzzy Nonlinear Regression Analysis Using Fuzzified Neural Networks for Fault Diagnosis of Chemical Plants
Abstract
Daisaku Kimura, Manabu Nii, Takafumi Yamaguchi, Yutaka Takahashi, and Takayuki Yumoto
Paper: pp. 345-350
Unnormalized Interval Type-2 TSK Fuzzy Logic System Design Based on Convexity and Sample Data
Abstract
Tiechao Wang and Jianqiang Yi
Paper: pp. 351-356
Adaptive Cruise Control Based on Reinforcement Leaning with Shaping Rewards
Abstract
Zhaohui Hu and Dongbin Zhao
Paper: pp. 357-361
Spatiotemporal Brain Activity During Hiragana Word Recognition Task
Abstract
Hisashi Toyoshima, Takahiro Yamanoi, Toshimasa Yamazaki, and Shin-ichi Ohnishi
Paper: pp. 362-369
Cerebral Contour Extraction with Particle Method in Neonatal MR Images
Abstract
Syoji Kobashi, Daisuke Yokomichi, Yuki Wakata, Kumiko Ando, Reiichi Ishikura, Kei Kuramoto, Shozo Hirota, and Yutaka Hata
Paper: pp. 370-376
Toward New Practical Education Based on Professional Kansei
Abstract
Koji Murai, Yuji Hayashi, Kei Kuramoto, Takayuki Fujita, Kazusuke Maenaka, Kohei Higuchi, and Tsunemasa Saiki
Paper: pp. 377-382
Finding Communities Using User Preference in Web Structure Mining
Abstract
Takeshi Yoshikawa and Hidetoshi Nonaka
Paper: pp. 383-388
Autonomous Environmental Sensing System for Human Activity Monitoring
Abstract
Takayuki Fujita, Jun Okada, Sayaka Okochi, Kohei Higuchi, and Kazusuke Maenaka
Paper: pp. 389-395
Information Presentation Support of Car Robotics Simulator System Based on Humatronics
Abstract
Cheng Chang, Gen Ohbayashi, Toru Yamaguchi, and Eri Sato-Shimokawara

No.2

(Mar)

Special Issue on New Trends in Agent-Based Simulation

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 125-133
A Similarity Rough Set Model for Document Representation and Document Clustering
Abstract
Nguyen Chi Thanh, Koichi Yamada, and Muneyuki Unehara
Paper: pp. 134-144
Mean Local Trend Error and Fuzzy-Inference-Based Multicriteria Evaluation for Supply Chain Demand Forecasting
Abstract
Jingpei Dan, Fuding Xie, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 145-155
A Proposal of Stock Price Predictor Using Associated Memory
Abstract
Shigeki Nagaya, Zhang Chenli, and Osamu Hasegawa
Paper: pp. 156-163
Integrated Decision-Making System for Robot Soccer
Abstract
Ján Vaščák and Kaoru Hirota

Special Issue on New Trends in Agent-Based Simulation

Editorial: p. 165
New Trends in Agent-Based Simulation
Keiki Takadama and Kiyoshi Izumi

Agent-Based Simulation (ABS), an interdisciplinary area embracing both the computer science and the social science, has attracted much attention and aided the understanding of socially complex phenomena. A current important issue in this research area is how to improve ABS effectiveness and comprehension, which makes further mutual influence between the computer science and the social sciences indispensable - e.g., (1) agent modeling involving learning mechanisms in the computer science and (2) social dynamics analysis needed in the social science. Such integration of these two areas would help fulfill the great potential of ABS, first in solving complex engineering problems using agent-based technology and second in developing and testing new theories on socially complex systems.

This special issue features ABS papers from both of these important areas exploring new trends in ABS. The 10 papers composing this special issue start with papers by Nobutada Fujii and Hiroyasu Inoue analyzing the relationship between the network structure and system dynamics. In these papers, an agent-based computational economics approach has been active in applying agent-based technologies to financial and economic systems. Papers by Biliana Alexandrova-Kabadjova, Isamu Okada, TomokoOhi, and Nariaki Nishino cover consumer and financial markets using agent-based models. They test economic theory and examine market phenomena for market design. Agent-based simulation is increasingly used in application fields in the social sciences. Papers by Kiyoshi Izumi, Hideki Fujii, Hiromitsu Hattori, and Shigeo Sagai propose solutions for actual social problems such as injury prevention, traffic, and electrical power. Models are created based on behavior data, and the integration of an agent-based model and real data is a hot topic in this area.

As the beginning of these technical papers, this issue starts by a position paper to give an ABS overview for understanding important issues in ABS from an overall viewpoint and for understanding state-of-the-art ABS. The information presented is invaluable in helping readers grasp the important features of ABS.

Paper: pp. 166-172
Social and Group Simulation Based on Real Data Analysis
Abstract
Kiyoshi Izumi, Keiki Takadama, Hiromitsu Hattori, Nariaki Nishino, and Itsuki Noda
Paper: pp. 173-179
Agent-Based Simulation of Product Diffusion with Network Externality in a Heterogeneous Consumer Network
Abstract
Nobutada Fujii, Toshiya Kaihara, and Takashi Eda
Paper: pp. 180-187
Analyses of Compound Structures of Groups that Produce Intellectual Property
Abstract
Hiroyasu Inoue
Paper: pp. 188-196
Competition is Bad for Consumers: Analysis of an Artificial Payment Card Market
Abstract
Biliana Alexandrova-Kabadjova, Edward Tsang, and Andreas Krause
Paper: pp. 198-203
Effects of Information Diffusion in OnlineWord-of-Mouth Communication Among Consumers
Abstract
Isamu Okada and Hitoshi Yamamoto
Paper: pp. 204-211
Simulation of Futures and Spot Markets by Using an Agent-Based Multi-Market Model
Abstract
Tomoko Ohi, Yasuhiro Hashimoto, Yu Chen, and Hirotada Ohashi
Paper: pp. 212-219
Bounded Rationality on Consumer Purchase Decisions and Product Diffusion Under Network Externalities: A Study Using Agent-Based Simulation and Experiments with Human Subjects
Abstract
Nariaki Nishino, Sobei H. Oda, and Kanji Ueda
Paper: pp. 220-225
Risk Evaluation by Human Trajectory Simulation Based on Real Data
Abstract
Kiyoshi Izumi, Yoshifumi Nishida, and Yoichi Motomura
Paper: pp. 226-232
Virtual Social Experiment of Tram Railway Extension Using Multi-Agent-Based Traffic Simulator
Abstract
Hideki Fujii, Takafumi Sakurai, and Shinobu Yoshimura
Paper: pp. 233-239
Massive Multiagent-Based Urban Traffic Simulation with Fine-Grained Behavior Models
Abstract
Hiromitsu Hattori, Yuu Nakajima, and Shohei Yamane
Paper: pp. 240-248
Analyzing the Emergency Restoration Processes of an Electric Power Distribution Network by a Multi-Agent Simulator
Abstract
Shigeo Sagai, Toshikatsu Mori, and Takao Terano

No.1

(Jan)

Special Issue on Modeling Decisions for Artificial Intelligence

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 3-12
No Time Limit and Time Limit Model of Multiple Round Dutch Auction Based on Genetic Network Programming
Abstract
Shingo Mabu, Donggeng Yu, Chuan Yue, and Kotaro Hirasawa
Paper: pp. 13-20
Efficient Optimization Using Experimental Queries: A Peak-Search Algorithm for Efficient Load-Pull Measurements
Abstract
Charles Baylis, Lawrence Dunleavy, Steven Lardizabal, Robert J. Marks II, and Alberto Rodriguez
Paper: pp. 21-33
Predictor Using an Error-Convergence Neuron Network and its Application to Electrocardiograms
Abstract
Shunsuke Kobayakawa and Hirokazu Yokoi
Paper: pp. 34-40
Common Testbed Generating Tool Based on XML for Multiple Interdependent Issues Negotiation Problems
Abstract
Katsuhide Fujita, Takayuki Ito, and Mark Klein
Paper: pp. 41-54
A Fuzzy Multiobjective Particle Swarm Optimized TS Fuzzy Logic Congestion Controller for Wireless Local Area Networks
Abstract
Clement N. Nyirenda, Dawoud S. Dawoud, Fangyan Dong, Michael Negnevitsky, and Kaoru Hirota

Special Issue on Modeling Decisions for Artificial Intelligence

Editorial: p. 55
Modeling Decisions for Artificial Intelligence
Vicenç Torra, Yasuo Narukawa, and Masahiro Inuiguchi

The 6th International Conference on Modeling Decisions for Artificial Intelligence (MDAI) was held at Awaji Island, Japan, from November 30 to December 2, 2009 and was the inspiration for this special issue.

The nine selected papers concern soft computing tool applications.

The first, by Yoshida, studies the risk analysis of portfolios under uncertainty and gives expressions showing explicit relationships among parameters in a portfolio.

The second, by Entani, proposes an efficiency-interval-based measure based on interval data envelopment analysis.

The third, by Hamasuna, Endo, and Miyamoto, concerns clustering for data with tolerance and proposes algorithms for this type of data.

The fourth, by Endo, Hasegawa, Hamasuna, and Kanzawa, focuses on fuzzy c-means clustering for uncertain data using quadratic regularization.

The fifth, by Honda, Notsu, and Ichihashi, also involves clustering, focusing on variable selection/weighting in PCA-guided k-means.

The sixth, by Hwang and Miyamoto, covers clustering focusing on kernel fuzzy c-means and some interesting new results.

The seventh, by Kanzawa, Endo, and Miyamoto, uses fuzzy c-means in semisupervised fuzzy c-means.

The eighth, by Kudo and Murai, is devoted to rough sets, proposing a heuristic algorithm for calculating a relative reduct candidate.

The closing contribution, by Kusunoki and Inuiguchi, is also devoted to rough sets, with the authors studying rough set models in information tables with missing values.

We thank the referees for their review work, and the Fuji Technology Press Ltd. staff for its encouragement and advice.

Paper: pp. 56-62
Risk Analysis of Portfolios Under Uncertainty: Minimizing Average Rates of Falling
Abstract
Yuji Yoshida
Paper: pp. 63-67
Ranking of DMUs Based on Efficiency Intervals
Abstract
Tomoe Entani
Paper: pp. 68-75
Fuzzy c-Means Clustering for Data with Clusterwise Tolerance Based on L2- and L1-Regularization
Abstract
Yukihiro Hamasuna, Yasunori Endo, and Sadaaki Miyamoto
Paper: pp. 76-82
Fuzzy c-Means Clustering for Uncertain Data Using Quadratic Penalty-Vector Regularization
Abstract
Yasunori Endo, Yasushi Hasegawa, Yukihiro Hamasuna, and Yuchi Kanzawa
Paper: pp. 83-89
Variable Weighting in PCA-Guided k-Means and its Connection with Information Summarization
Abstract
Katsuhiro Honda, Akira Notsu, and Hidetomo Ichihashi
Paper: pp. 90-94
Kernel Functions Derived from Fuzzy Clustering and Their Application to Kernel Fuzzy c-Means
Abstract
Jeongsik Hwang and Sadaaki Miyamoto
Paper: pp. 95-101
Semi-Supervised Fuzzy c-Means Algorithm by Revising Dissimilarity Between Data
Abstract
Yuchi Kanzawa, Yasunori Endo, and Sadaaki Miyamoto
Paper: pp. 102-109
Heuristic Algorithm for Attribute Reduction Based on Classification Ability by Condition Attributes
Abstract
Yasuo Kudo and Tetsuya Murai
Paper: pp. 110-116
Variable Precision Rough Set Model in Information Tables with Missing Values
Abstract
Yoshifumi Kusunoki and Masahiro Inuiguchi

Vol.14 (2010)

No.7

(Nov)

Special Issue on Human Symbiotic System

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 751-755
A Dual-Axis Liquid-Rate Microgyroscope Using Electro-Conjugate Fluid
Abstract
Shinichi Yokota, Yoshitsugu Ogawa, Kenjiro Takemura, and Kazuya Edamura

Special Issue on Human Symbiotic System

Editorial: p. 757
Human Symbiotic System
Yoichiro Maeda and Daisuke Katagami

With opportunities for human beings to coexist with artificial agents and autonomous robots are increasing, high-level interactive communication between them is increasingly needed. These human symbiotic systems are used for research on basic intelligent interaction design principles and methods and bidirectional communication based on effective collaboration and symbiosis between human beings and robots, agents, and computers, also known as artifacts.

The research society on gHuman Symbiotic System (HSS)h was implemented by the Japan Society for Fuzzy Theory and Intelligent Informatics (SOFT) in 2007. The HSS encourages academic and industrial discussion of research on Human-Agent Interaction (HAI), Human-Robot Interaction (HRI), and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI).

The objective of this special issue is to activate and expand top-quality research of HSS theory and applications. Reflecting the fact that this research covers a wide range of topics, we invited researchers from fields including intelligent robotics, human-machine interfaces, and Kansei engineering to contribute. This issue thus provides much of the latest practical research on HSS, introduced by core members of the research society.

Of the 22 papers received, 14 were accepted after input from two reviewers each. The first paper, by Y. Tamura et al., presents an attentive deskwork support system that delivers required items objects to deskworkers. The second, by H. Masuta et al., discusses an integrated perceptual system for intelligent service robots. The third, by S. Akiguchi, develops an automatic pattern generation system based on user impression. The fourth, by Y. Jiang et al., deals with a novel interface recognizing directional user intent based on forearm pressure exerted by the user of an omnidirectional walker.

The fifth paper, by K. Terabayashi et al., investigates effects of preoperation on the experience of hands of different sizes by classifying preoperations based on the hand/object relationship. The sixth, by Y. Tamura et al., proposes segmenting a performerfs body imitating behavior observed based on a s...<more>

Paper: pp. 758-769
Attentive Deskwork Support System
Abstract
Yusuke Tamura, Masao Sugi, Tamio Arai, and Jun Ota
Paper: pp. 770-775
An Integrated Perceptual System of Different Perceptual Elements for an Intelligent Robot
Abstract
Hiroyuki Masuta and Naoyuki Kubota
Paper: pp. 776-783
Development of Automatic Pattern Generation System Based on User Impressions
Abstract
Shunsuke Akiguchi
Paper: pp. 784-792
Directional Intention Identification for Running Control of an Omnidirectional Walker
Abstract
Yinlai Jiang, Shuoyu Wang, Kenji Ishida, Takeshi Ando, and Masakatsu G. Fujie
Paper: pp. 793-801
Role of Pre-Operation in Experiencing Differently Sized Hands
Abstract
Kenji Terabayashi, Natsuki Miyata, Kazunori Umeda, and Jun Ota
Paper: pp. 802-812
Observed Body Clustering for Imitation Based on Value System
Abstract
Yoshihiro Tamura, Yasutake Takahashi, and Minoru Asada
Paper: pp. 813-824
Robot Group Adaptation Gestures Based on Utterance Content and Social Position
Abstract
Daisuke Katagami, Ken Ogawa, and Katsumi Nitta
Paper: pp. 825-830
A Method for Using Discounted Utterances in Spontaneous Conversation
Abstract
Hiroki Yamaguchi, Yukio Ohsawa, and Yoko Nishihara
Paper: pp. 831-839
Toward Strategic Human Skill Development Through Human and Agent Interaction: Improving Negotiation Skill by Interacting with Bargaining Agent
Abstract
Atsushi Otaki, Kiyohiko Hattori, and Keiki Takadama
Paper: pp. 840-851
Behavior Generation and Evaluation of Negotiation Agent Based on Negotiation Dialogue Instances
Abstract
Daisuke Katagami, Yusuke Ikeda, and Katsumi Nitta
Paper: pp. 852-859
Personal Preference Analysis for Emotional Behavior Response of Autonomous Robot in Interactive Emotion Communication
Abstract
Ryohei Taki, Yoichiro Maeda, and Yasutake Takahashi
Paper: pp. 860-868
Psychological Effects of Color in Overview+Detail Document Interface
Abstract
Junko Ichino, Kazuhiro Takeuchi, and Hitoshi Isahara
Paper: pp. 869-876
Relationship Between Mechadroid Type C3 and Human Beings Based on Physiognomic Features
Abstract
Teruaki Ando, Atsushi Araki, Masayoshi Kanoh, Yutaro Tomoto, and Tsuyoshi Nakamura
Paper: pp. 877-884
Psychological Effects of a Self-Sufficiency Model Based on Urge System
Abstract
Teruaki Ando and Masayoshi Kanoh

No.6

(Sep)

Special Issue on Advances in Computational Intelligence, Learning and Their Applications
Special Issue on AISAT 2009 - Selected Papers

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 567-573
Guaranteed Cost Output Feedback Control of Fuzzy Systems via LMI Approach
Abstract
Shusaku Nishikawa and Jun Yoneyama
Paper: pp. 574-580
Task Allocation in Multistate Systems
Abstract
Tsuyoshi Mizuguchi, Ken Sugawara, and Toshiya Kazama
Paper: pp. 581-592
Inference Based on α-Cut and Generalized Mean in Representing Fuzzy-Valued Functions
Abstract
Kiyohiko Uehara, Takumi Koyama, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 593-605
An Online Incremental Semi-Supervised Learning Method
Abstract
Furao Shen, Hui Yu, Youki Kamiya, and Osamu Hasegawa
Paper: pp. 606-615
Interactive Learning of Verbal Descriptors Meanings for Face Drawing System
Abstract
Hafida Benhidour and Takehisa Onisawa

Special Issue on Advances in Computational Intelligence, Learning and Their Applications

Editorial: p. 617
Advances in Computational Intelligence, Learning and Their Applications
Goutam Chakraborty and Yong Liu

Algorithms based on Computational Intelligence (CI) and algorithms for learning, attracted a large community of researchers in the last four decades or more. In the beginning, such algorithms were motivated to realize human intelligence in machines. They were to explore novelties in research rather than to implement them for products or services. By the end of the 1990s, CI already had a strong theoretical basis. By then, advanced hardware technologies, cheap chip design, miniaturization and reduced power requirement for hardware, encouraged intelligent algorithm applications to proliferate in real products. This trend is growing, and will continue for long in future.

When this special issue was proposed for publication, we were almost certain that submissions on applications would outnumber those on new algorithms on CI or learning per se - and we were right!

The September 2009 Intelligent System Symposium, FAN2009 - the nineteenth in the series - organized at the University of Aizu in Japan, attracted over 100 submissions. Reviewers were asked to comment on the suitability of individual submissions for consideration for this journal issue. We personally checked all recommended submissions, finally settling on just 12 for publication. Authors were asked to expand on their work. Each paper, submitted for this special issue, was further judged by 3 reviewers. Finally, 3 papers were rejected and 9 accepted.

Of the 9 selected, the first deals with Optimization Algorithms. The remaining 8 are on applications. The second and the third papers are on document clustering and recommendation. The fourth and the fifth cover applications on image recognition - posture estimation of human body, and object segmentation using stereo images. The remaining four papers are applications of CI in different ways. The sixth is on similarity computation using collaborative filtering, the seventh deals with interesting stock-market investor behavior, and the eighth on collecting environmental information from wireless ZigBee sensor networks for use in indoor positioning systems. The final paper is an engineering applica...<more>

Paper: pp. 618-623
Basic Study on Assembling of Objective Functions in Many-Objective Optimization Problems
Abstract
Shun Otake, Tomohiro Yoshikawa, and Takeshi Furuhashi
Paper: pp. 624-630
Applying Naive Bayes Classifier to Document Clustering
Abstract
Jie Ji and Qiangfu Zhao
Paper: pp. 631-637
Recommendation System Using Weighted TF-IDF and Naive Bayes Classifiers on RSS Contents
Abstract
Incheon Paik and Hiroshi Mizugai
Paper: pp. 638-644
Posture Estimation of Human Body Based on Connection Relations of 3D Ellipsoidal Models
Abstract
Mitsuhiro Hayase and Susumu Shimada
Paper: pp. 645-653
Spatial Object Segmentation Using Stereo Images
Abstract
Yong Hao, Lifeng He, Tsuyoshi Nakamura, Yuyan Chao, and Hidenori Itoh
Paper: pp. 654-660
Similarity Computation Method for Collaborative Filtering Based on Optimization
Abstract
Akihiro Yamashita, Hidenori Kawamura, and Keiji Suzuki
Paper: pp. 661-668
Effect of Overconfident Investor Behavior to Stock Market
Abstract
Ryota Inaishi, Kaoru Toya, Fei Zhai, and Eisuke Kita
Paper: pp. 669-676
An Indoor Positioning System Based on Probabilistic Model with ZigBee Sensor Networks
Abstract
Junpei Tsuji, Hidenori Kawamura, Keiji Suzuki, Takeshi Ikeda, Akio Sashima, and Koichi Kurumatani
Paper: pp. 677-682
High-Speed Maximum Power Point Tracker for Photovoltaic Systems Using Online Learning Neural Networks
Abstract
Yasushi Kohata, Koichiro Yamauchi, and Masahito Kurihara

Special Issue on AISAT 2009 - Selected Papers

Editorial: p. 683
AISAT 2009 - Selected Papers
Michael Negnevitsky

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the key to success in novel applications ranging from robotics to speech- and image-recognition systems, and from stock forecast investment systems to informal communication between robots and humans. The last two decades have seen AIfs focus shift from philosophical arguments to practical applications in both science and technology. AI researchers and educators have simultaneously recognized mutual commonality in their work and have initiated much-needed multidisciplinary approaches to AI.

Guest Editor, Michael Negnevitsky, organized the 3rd International Workshop on Artificial Intelligence in Science and Technology (AISAT 2009) in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia last year, bringing together a globally diverse group of scientists and engineers to discuss issues related to practical AI applications in science and technology. The workshop featured presentations from the US, Japan, Malaysia, Spain, Kuwait, and Australia. All papers were peer reviewed by two experts for technical content, contribution, and originality to ensure high presentation quality. Fewer than 30% of submissions were accepted for presentation at the Workshop.

Authors of the most outstanding presentations at AISAT 2009 were encouraged to submit manuscripts to this special issue, whose papers present innovative approaches and promising practical applications for AI. Submissions were reviewed for relevance, originality, significance, and presentation based on JACIII review criteria.

We are sure that readers will find these papers both interesting and inspiring. We hope also that they will motivate researchers to expand their studies on AI applications in science and technology.

Paper: pp. 684-699
Linguistic Geometry: The Age of Maturity
Abstract
Boris Stilman, Vladimir Yakhnis, and Oleg Umanskiy
Paper: pp. 700-707
How AI-Type Uncertainty Ideas Can Improve Inter-Disciplinary Collaboration and Education: Lessons from a Case Study
Abstract
Paulo Pinheiro da Silva, Aaron Velasco, Olga Kosheleva, and Vladik Kreinovich
Paper: pp. 708-713
Intelligent Intrusion Detection Based on Genetically Tuned Artificial Neural Networks
Abstract
Leon Reznik, Michael J. Adams, and Bryan Woodard
Paper: pp. 714-721
FPGA-Based Relative Distance Estimation for Indoor Robot Control Using Monocular Digital Camera
Abstract
Ying-Hao Yu, Chau Vo-Ky, Sarath Kodagoda, and Quang Phuc Ha
Paper: pp. 722-728
An Artificial Intelligence Approach to Develop a Time-Series Prediction Model of the Arc Furnace Resistance
Abstract
Abu Mohammad Osman Haruni and Michael Negnevitsky
Paper: pp. 729-734
An Analysis of Group Recommendation Strategies
Abstract
Shlomo Berkovsky and Jill Freyne
Paper: pp. 735-745
Implementation of Neural Network Models for Parameter Estimation of a PEM-Electrolyzer
Abstract
Steffen Becker and Vishy Karri
Paper: pp. 741-745
Conversation System with State Information
Abstract
Elyse Marie Glina and Byeong-Ho Kang

No.5

(Jul)

Special Issue on Software Engineering for Web Intelligence
Special Issue on ISIS 2009, Dong-A University, Busan, Korea

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 425-430
A Tool for Visualizing the Behavior of Fuzzy Constraint Satisfaction Solvers
Abstract
Takuto Yanagida, Masahito Kurihara, and Hidetoshi Nonaka
Paper: pp. 431-441
Effective Cycle Time: A Real World Balancing Index for Paced Assembly Lines
Abstract
Konstantinos N. Genikomsakis and Vassilios D. Tourassis
Paper: pp. 442-452
A Novel Taxi Dispatch System Integrating a Multi-Customer Strategy and Genetic Network Programming
Abstract
QingBiao Meng, Shingo Mabu, Lu Yu, and Kotaro Hirasawa
Paper: pp. 453-463
A Model for Generating Facial Expressions Using Virtual Emotion Based on Simple Recurrent Network
Abstract
Yuki Matsui, Masayoshi Kanoh, Shohei Kato, Tsuyoshi Nakamura, and Hidenori Itoh
Paper: pp. 464-474
Evolving Asset Portfolios by Genetic Relation Algorithm
Abstract
Victor Parque, Shingo Mabu, and Kotaro Hirasawa
Paper: pp. 475-486
The Search for a Search: Measuring the Information Cost of Higher Level Search
Abstract
William A. Dembski and Robert J. Marks II
Paper: pp. 487-496
A Double-Deck Elevator Systems Controller with Idle Cage Assignment Algorithm Using Genetic Network Programming
Abstract
Shingo Mabu, Lu Yu, Jin Zhou, Shinji Eto, and Kotaro Hirasawa
Paper: pp. 497-509
Genetic Network Programming with Estimation of Distribution Algorithms for Class Association Rule Mining in Traffic Prediction
Abstract
Xianneng Li, Shingo Mabu, Huiyu Zhou, Kaoru Shimada, and Kotaro Hirasawa

Special Issue on Software Engineering for Web Intelligence

Editorial: p. 511
Software Engineering for Web Intelligence
Jonathan Lee and Jong Yih Kuo

Software engineering, in applying engineering to software, advocates the application of systematic, disciplined, quantifiable approaches to development, operation, and maintenance of software. Software engineering is also considered a transformational process that models the real world on a corresponding software world. Recent advances in software engineering applied to Web intelligence have been recognized as a wave in scientific research and development, exploring basic roles and practical impact of advanced information technology on next-generation Web-empowered products, systems, and services. Various web systems and services currently provide many benefits to users, with Web intelligence becoming increasingly important in research and business. Such Web intelligent systems have been realized through related technologies as software engineering, interactive machine learning, etc.

This special issue brings together researchers who have inspired software engineering in Web intelligence. Submissions have been reviewed for relevance, originality, significance, and presentation based on JACIII review criteria. This special issue presents four papers describing outstanding studies on project management, service-oriented architecture, semantic Web technologies, and service composition planning in Web intelligence. All papers introduce promising approaches and interesting results that readers will find highly relevant!

We believe that software engineering in Web Intelligence has tremendous potential as a new, active research field, and we hope this issue will motivate researchers to expand their own studies on software engineering in Web Intelligence.

Paper: pp. 512-522
Integrating Process and Work Breakdown Structure with Design Structure Matrix
Abstract
Jonathan Lee, Whan-Yo Deng, Wen-Tin Lee, Shin-Jie Lee, Kuo-Hsun Hsu, and Shang-Pin Ma
Paper: pp. 523-530
A BPEL-Based Fault-Handling Architecture for Telecom Operation Support Systems
Abstract
Ing-Yi Chen, Guo-Kai Ni, Cheng-Hwa Kuo, and Chau-Young Lin
Paper: pp. 531-539
A Signal-Representation-Based Parser to Extract Text-Based Information from the Web
Abstract
Mu-Chun Su, Shao-Jui Wang, Chen-Ko Huang, Pa-ChunWang, Fu-Hau Hsu, Shih-Chieh Lin, and Yi-Zeng Hsieh
Paper: pp. 540-548
Using Planning and Case-Based Reasoning for Service Composition
Abstract
Chiung-Hon Leon Lee, Alan Liu, and Huan-Hsian Huang

Special Issue on ISIS 2009, Dong-A University, Busan, Korea

Editorial: p. 549
ISIS 2009, Dong-A University, Busan, Korea
John-Tark Lee and Gyei Kark Park

The 10th International Symposium on Advanced Intelligent Systems 2009 (ISIS2009) held on August 17-19, 2009, at the Bumin Campus of Dong-A University (http://www.donga.ac.kr/) in Busan, Korea, was sponsored by the Korean Institute of Intelligent System Society (KIIS) and cosponsored technically by the Japan Society for Fuzzy Theory and Intelligent Informatics (SOFT) and the Taiwanese Association for Artificial Intelligence (TAAI).

The international symposium focused on state-of-art accomplishments, innovations, and potential directions in intelligent systems. It also marked an epoch of innovation and the dissemination of research into many interesting fields. Its broad theme covered the latest in technical fields, including artificial intelligence, intelligent systems, Ambient Intelligence (AmI), bioinformatics, information technology, and their wide-ranging applications, from basic theoretical work to practical engineering applications. The 80 featured papers were presented by 120 participants.

With so many papers submitted to JACIII, this special issue consists of just two strictly selected papers. The first, deals with emerging research trends in robotics, proposing a new trajectory generation using the univariate Dynamic Encoding Algorithm for Searches (uDEAS) in the turning of a biped walking robot. The second paper, presenting the latest findings in AmI, details a newly designed and implemented robust capacitive sensor with parasitic parameter modeling over a range of high 200 KHz frequencies based on an Unscented Kalman Filter (UKF) algorithm.

I would like to thank Mr. Kunihiko Uchida, Mr. Shinya Wakai, Ms. Reiko Ohta, and Mr. Shinji Isokawa as editorial staff of Fuji Technology Press for editing these complex manuscripts into their final form. And I really thank to Prof. Kaoru Hirota, Editor-in-Chief of JACIII for inviting me to direct this special issue on ISIS

Paper: pp. 550-554
A New Trajectory Generation Scheme for Direction Turning in Biped Walking
Abstract
Man-Seok Kim, Jo-Hwan Kim, Min-Goo Choi, and Jong-Wook Kim
Paper: pp. 555-561
Implementation of Passive Telemetry RF Sensor System Using Unscented Kalman Filter Algorithm
Abstract
John-Tark Lee, Kyung-Yeop Kim, and Su-Ho Lee

No.4

(May)

Selected Papers from IWI 2009

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 325-343
An Extension Approach for Neural Networks by Introducing a Nearest Neighbor Algorithm in Relative Coordinates
Abstract
Hirofumi Suzaki and Satoru Kuhara
Paper: pp. 344-352
Neural Network Implementation of Image Rendering via Self-Calibration
Abstract
Yi Ding, Yuji Iwahori, Tsuyoshi Nakamura, Lifeng He, Robert J. Woodham, and Hidenori Itoh
Paper: pp. 353-363
Enhancing the Largest Set Rule for Assembly Line Balancing Through the Concept of Bi-Directional Work Relatedness
Abstract
Konstantinos N. Genikomsakis and Vassilios D. Tourassis
Paper: pp. 364-374
SN Ratio Estimation and Speech Segment Detection of Extracted Signals Through Independent Component Analysis
Abstract
Takeshi Koya, Nobuo Iwasaki, Takaaki Ishibashi, Go Hirano, Hiroshi Shiratsuchi, and Hiromu Gotanda
Paper: pp. 375-381
Color Quantization Based on Hierarchical Frequency Sensitive Competitive Learning
Abstract
Jun Zhang and Jinglu Hu

Selected Papers from IWI 2009

Editorial: p. 383
Selected Papers from IWI 2009
Seiji Yamada, Tsuyoshi Murata, and Yasufumi Takama

Various Web systems and services currently provide a great deal of benefits to users, with Web interaction becoming increasingly important in research and business. Such Web interaction has been realized through related technologies as interaction design, interactive information retrieval, interactive intelligent systems, personalization, user interfaces and interactive machine learning. However, each study and development in such different fields has been done independently, which might discourage us from studying Web interaction from an unified view of human-system interaction and making Web interaction more intelligent by applying AI and computational intelligence.

Guest Editors (Seiji Yamada, Tsuyoshi Murata, and Yasufumi Takama) organized an Intelligent Web Interaction Workshop 2009 (IWIf09) in Milano, Italy, last year to bring together researchers in diversified fields including Web systems, AI, computational intelligence, humancomputer interaction and user interfaces. Held jointly with 2009 IEEE/WIC/ACM International Conference on Web Intelligence (WI-2009), IWIf09 produced 14 outstanding papers - an acceptance rate of 50%, and active discussions among speakers and participants. A subsequent workshop Intelligent Web Interaction Workshop 2010 (IWIf10) will be held in Toronto, Canada in this September.

This special issue presents intelligent Web interaction as a new and promising research field. Speakers selected from among those at IWIf09 were encouraged to submit papers for this issue. The submissions were then reviewed for relevance, originality, significance and presentation based on JACIII review criteria. This special issue consists of five papers which describe excellent studies on Web interface, Web systems, Web credibility, constrained clustering for interactive Web application and graph analysis on the Web. The acceptance rate was 56%. All papers introduce promising approaches and interesting results that readers will find inspiring.

We strongly believe intelligent Web interaction has tremendous potential as a new, active field of research, and we hope this issue will motivate ...<more>

Paper: pp. 384-389
Natural Language Questions and Answers for RDF Information Resources
Abstract
Chie Akita, Motohiro Mase, and Yasuhiko Kitamura
Paper: pp. 390-395
Web-Based Intelligent Photograph Management System Enhancing Browsing Experience
Abstract
Yuki Orii, Takayuki Nozawa, and Toshiyuki Kondo
Paper: pp. 396-401
Extraction of Web Site Evaluation Criteria and Automatic Evaluation
Abstract
Peng Li and Seiji Yamada
Paper: pp. 402-407
Learning Similarity Matrix from Constraints of Relational Neighbors
Abstract
Masayuki Okabe and Seiji Yamada
Paper: pp. 408-415
An Efficient Algorithm for Optimizing Bipartite Modularity in Bipartite Networks
Abstract
Xin Liu and Tsuyoshi Murata

No.3

(Apr)

Selected Papers from IWACIII 2009

Selected Papers from IWACIII 2009

Editorial: p. 239
Selected Papers from IWACIII 2009
Yutaka Hatakeyama, Kazuhiko Kawamoto, and Fangyan Dong

The International Workshop on Advanced Computational Intelligence and Intelligent Informatics (IWACIII), honoring Prof. Kaoru Hirota on his 60th birthday, was held at the Tokyo Institute of Technology in November 2009. The workshop featured 8 invited talks and 30 papers published in IWACIII 2009 proceedings.

This special JACIII issue features 10 papers from these proceedings, dealing with data mining, robotics, fuzzy systems, signal and image processing, and industrial applications. A paper by Prof. Koczy was chosen as the best paper of this workshop.

This workshop is chaired by Professor Toshihiro Kaino, Professor Yasufumi Takama, and Professor Hajime Nobuhara. The workshop is sponsored by Fuji Technology Press Co., Ltd., Suzhou KTI Semiconductor Manufacturing Machine Co., Ltd., R&D Center of VEST, Mycom, Inc., Computing, Designing, and Integration Co., Ltd., Japan Association of Service Science (JASS), TOKYO TECH Pursuing Excellence, Hirota Laboratory, Tokyo Institute of Technology.

As guest editor of this special issue, we thank all of the contributors and referees for their fine work and candid reviews.

The second IWACIII will be held in 2011 in Suzhou, China. We invite you to submit your research papers and to plan to take participate in IWACIII 2011.

Paper: pp. 240-246
Adaptive Anytime Data Transmission of Non-Stationary Signals
Abstract
Annamária R. Várkonyi-Kóczy
Paper: pp. 247-255
Various Defuzzification Methods on DNA Similarity Matching Using Fuzzy Inference System
Abstract
M. Rahmat Widyanto, Nurtami Soedarsono, Norihiro Katayama, and Mitsuyuki Nakao
Paper: pp. 256-271
Suppression Effect of α-Cut Based Inference on Consequence Deviations
Abstract
Kiyohiko Uehara, Takumi Koyama, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 272-280
Real Time Color Object Tracking on Cell Broadband Engine Using Particle Filters
Abstract
Norikazu Ikoma and Akihiro Asahara
Paper: pp. 281-287
Intelligent Powered Wheelchair Assistance in Daily Use
Abstract
Atsuhiro Nakamura, Yasunari Fujimoto, Osamu Nitta, and Toru Yamaguchi
Paper: pp. 288-296
Automatic Generation of Musical Tone Row and Rhythm Based on the Twelve-Tone Technique Using Genetic Algorithm
Abstract
Yoichiro Maeda and Yusuke Kajihara
Paper: pp. 297-302
Data Cleaning for Classification Using Misclassification Analysis
Abstract
Piyasak Jeatrakul, Kok Wai Wong, and Chun Che Fung
Paper: pp. 303-308
Interactive Data Mining for Large-Scale Image Databases Based on Formal Concept Analysis
Abstract
Takanari Tanabata, Kazuhito Sawase, Hajime Nobuhara, and Barnabas Bede
Paper: pp. 309-315
Human Behavior Measurement Based on Sensor Network and Robot Partners
Abstract
Naoyuki Kubota, Takenori Obo, and Honghai Liu
Paper: pp. 316-322
Investigation on Robot User Interface for Information Access
Abstract
Yasufumi Takama and Hiroki Namba

No.2

(Mar)

Special Issue on Advances on Intelligent Multimedia Processing

Special Issue on Advances on Intelligent Multimedia Processing

Editorial: p. 121
Advances on Intelligent Multimedia Processing
Kazuhiko Kawamoto

As computer and sensor technology advances make increasing amounts of multimedia data available, multimedia processing methodologies are needed for multimodal data fusion, efficient data processing, information extraction, and added-value data generation.

This special issue introduces the following latest practical developments in image processing, acoustical signal processing, pattern recognition, data mining, and visualization:

S. Kobashi et al. propose a robust algorithm for reconstructing total knee arthroplasty implants from X-ray cone-beam images. Y. Hatakeyama et al. propose an algorithm for classifying ultrasonic abdominal images with the help of reports in text format. T. Miyazaki et al. analyze breathy and rough speech by the elderly. M. Nii et al. present a genetic algorithm for classifying nursing-care text. These papers provide useful insights into medical diagnosis and nursing care in the aging society coming to dominate 21st century.

T. Toyota et al. visualize Japanese law networks based on granular computing. K. Sawase et al. present a management system for large databases of tagged images. These graphical user interface techniques will be helpful to those who are not computer experts.

H. Kawano et al. propose a classification algorithm for segmenting range data into multiple quadric surfaces. Y. Arai et al. propose a nearest-neighbor method for personal authentication. H. Kawano et al. present an algorithm for extracting the structure of decorative characters based on graph spectral decomposition. These classification and discriminant algorithms provide a basis for multimedia data processing.

G. Tanaka et al. propose a color transfer algorithm. H. Orii et al. present an image completion algorithm. G. Tanaka et al. present an image enhancement algorithm to noisy images. M. Mizumachi et al. propose a stochastic algorithm for estimating sound source direction. These image and acoustical processing algorithms improve the quality of digital data and will provide new applications in these areas.

We thank the authors and referees whose invaluable work and kind co...<more>

Paper: pp. 122-127
Fuzzy Visual Hull Algorithm for Three-Dimensional Shape Reconstruction of TKA Implants from X-Ray Cone-Beam Images
Abstract
Syoji Kobashi, Nao Shibanuma, and Yutaka Hata
Paper: pp. 128-134
A Classification Algorithm of Abdominal Ultrasound Images in Medical Practice for Secondary Uses
Abstract
Yutaka Hatakeyama, Hiromi Kataoka, Noriaki Nakajima, Teruaki Watabe, and Yoshiyasu Okuhara
Paper: pp. 135-141
Acoustic Analysis of Breathy and Rough Voice Characterizing Elderly Speech
Abstract
Takeshi Miyazaki, Mitsunori Mizumachi, and Katsuyuki Niyada
Paper: pp. 142-149
Improving Classification Performance of Nursing-Care Text Classification System by Using GA-Based Term Selection
Abstract
Manabu Nii, Takafumi Yamaguchi, Yutaka Takahashi, Atsuko Uchinuno, and Reiko Sakashita
Paper: pp. 150-154
Analysis and Visualization of Japanese Law Networks Based on Granular Computing -Visual Law: Visualization System of Japanese Law-
Abstract
Tetsuya Toyota and Hajime Nobuhara
Paper: pp. 155-159
Management System for Tagged Image Databases Using Lattice Structures
Abstract
Kazuhito Sawase and Hajime Nobuhara
Paper: pp. 160-166
Fuzzy-Clustering-Based Discriminant Method of Multiple Quadric Surfaces for Noisy and Sparse Range Data
Abstract
Hideaki Kawano, Hiroshi Maeda, and Norikazu Ikoma
Paper: pp. 167-178
Fuzzy few-Nearest Neighbor Method with a Few Samples for Personal Authentication
Abstract
Yoshinori Arai, Nguyen Thi Huong Lien, Kazuma Ishigaki, Hiroyuki Satoh, Teruhiko Hayashi, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 179-184
Structure Extraction from Decorated Characters by Graph Spectral Decomposition and Component Selection Criterion
Abstract
Hideaki Kawano, Akito Shimamura, Hiroshi Maeda, Hideaki Orii, and Norikazu Ikoma
Paper: pp. 185-192
Color Transfer Based on Normalized Cumulative Hue Histograms
Abstract
Go Tanaka, Noriaki Suetake, and Eiji Uchino
Paper: pp. 193-199
Image Completion Considering Local Orientations of Rotated Patterns
Abstract
Hideaki Orii, Hideaki Kawano, Hiroshi Maeda, and Norikazu Ikoma
Paper: pp. 200-207
Image Enhancement Based on Nonlinear Smoothing and Sharpening for Noisy Images
Abstract
Go Tanaka, Noriaki Suetake, and Eiji Uchino
Paper: pp. 208-213
Robust Estimation of Sound Source Direction with Deterministic Background Noise and Stochastic Source Dynamics Models
Abstract
Mitsunori Mizumachi and Katsuyuki Niyada

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 215-223
An Evolutionary Negotiation Model Using Genetic Network Programming
Abstract
Md. Tofazzal Hossain, Shingo Mabu, and Kotaro Hirasawa
Paper: pp. 224-236
Replacement of Lyapunov Function by Locally Convergent Robust Fixed Point Transformations in Model-Based Control a Brief Summary
Abstract
József K. Tar

No.1

(Jan)

Selected Papers from HNICEM 2009

Selected Papers from HNICEM 2009

Editorial: p. 3
Selected Papers from HNICEM 2009
Elmer P. Dadios

The Fourth International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment, and Management (HNICEM) was held in Traders-Shangrila Hotel, Manila, Philippines from March 12 to 15, 2009. The theme of this conference was Convergence of Cutting Edge Technologies for Global Enterprise. As has been done from the previous HNICEM conferences, cutting edge papers presented in this conference were reviewed and selected for JACIII special issue publication. In this special issue, 8 articles were selected that will provide valuable references for researchers and practitioners.

The first article presents a commanding and visualization software suite for Mars rovers and other planetary robots. This paper focuses on the support for the Phoenix Mars Lander, Mars Science Lander and other lunar and planetary missions conducted by NASA. The second article discusses an auction-based consensus mechanism for cooperative targets tracking using minimum numbers of mobile sensors in order to reduce energy consumption due to sensor mobilization. The third article is on concept of neighborhood degree and its application to switching plural optimization methods in scheduling. The fourth article covers human behavior classification using thinning algorithm and support vector machine.

The fifth article is about fuzzy relevant feedback in image retrieval for color feature using query vector modification method. An experimental identification of manipulator dynamics through the minimization of its natural oscillations is presented in the sixth article. This work utilizes the actual force of gravity for the manipulator link to achieve natural oscillation. The oscillatory motion allows the system to be converted into an optimization problem through the minimization of the frequency of oscillation. On the other hand, the seventh article is an integrated eco-design tool for Malaysian automobile industry. The eighth and final article presents Omni-directional Vision for Navigation of a Mobile Robot.

We extend our warmest thanks and deepest gratitude to the distinguished authors who ...<more>

Paper: pp. 4-12
A Commanding and Visualization Software Suite for Controlling the Mars Rovers and Other Planetary Robots
Abstract
Frank R. Hartman, Brian Cooper, Scott Maxwell, John Wright, and Jeng Yen
Paper: pp. 13-20
Auction-Based Consensus Mechanism for Cooperative Tracking in Multi-Sensor Surveillance Systems
Abstract
Ahmed M. Elmogy, Fakhreddine O. Karray, and Alaa M. Khamis
Paper: pp. 21-27
Concept of Neighborhood Degree and its Application to Switching Plural Optimization Methods in Scheduling
Abstract
Fangyan Dong, Kewei Chen, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 28-33
Human Behavior Classification Using Thinning Algorithm and Support Vector Machine
Abstract
M. Rahmat Widyanto, Sukmawati Nur Endah, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 34-38
Fuzzy Relevance Feedback in Image Retrieval for Color Feature Using Query Vector Modification Method
Abstract
M. Rahmat Widyanto and Tatik Maftukhah
Paper: pp. 39-45
Experimental Identification of Manipulator Dynamics Through the Minimization of its Natural Oscillations
Abstract
Rodrigo S. Jamisola, Jr. and Elmer P. Dadios
Paper: pp. 46-54
Integrated Eco-Design Tool for Malaysian Automobile Industry
Abstract
Julirose Gonzales, Novita Sakundarini, Raja Ariffin, and Zahari bin Taha
Paper: pp. 55-62
Omnidirectional Vision for Mobile Robot Navigation
Abstract
Zahari Taha, Jouh Yeong Chew, and Hwa Jen Yap

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 63-68
Pyramidal Structure Algorithm for Fingerprint Classification Based on Artificial Neural Networks
Abstract
Eugène C. Ezin
Paper: pp. 69-75
Neural Network Ensemble-Based Solar Power Generation Short-Term Forecasting
Abstract
Aymen Chaouachi, Rashad M. Kamel, and Ken Nagasaka
Paper: pp. 76-88
Inference Based on α-Cut and Generalized Mean with Fuzzy Tautological Rules
Abstract
Kiyohiko Uehara, Takumi Koyama, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 89-98
A Method for Accelerating the HITS Algorithm
Abstract
Andri Mirzal and Masashi Furukawa
Paper: pp. 99-109
Relative Magnitude of Gaussian Curvature via Self-Calibration
Abstract
Yi Ding, Yuji Iwahori, Takashi Nakagawa, Tsuyoshi Nakamura, Lifeng He, Robert J. Woodham, and Hidenori Itoh
Paper: pp. 110-118
Concurrent Societies Based on Genetic Algorithm and Particle Swarm Optimization
Abstract
Hrvoje Markovic, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota

Vol.13 (2009)

No.6

(Nov)

Special Issue on New Trends in Reinforcement Learning

Special Issue on New Trends in Reinforcement Learning

Editorial: p. 599
New Trends in Reinforcement Learning
Kazuteru Miyazaki and Keiki Takadama

Recently, the tailor-made system that grants an individual request has been recognized as the important approach. Such a system requires the ggoal-directed learningh through interaction between user and system, which is mainly addressed in greinforcement learningh domain.

This special issue on gNew Trends in Reinforcement Learningh called for papers on the cuttingedge research exploring the goal-directed learning, which represents reinforcement learning. Many contributions were forthcoming, but we finally selected 12 works for publication. Although greinforcement learningh is included in the title of this special issue, the research works do not necessarily have to be on reinforcement learning itself, so long as the theme coincides with that of this special issue. In making our final selections, we gave special consideration to the kinds of research which can actively lead to new trends in reinforcement learning.

Of the 12 papers in this special issue, the first four mainly deal with the expansion of the reinforcement learning method in single agent environments. These cover a broad range of research, from works based on dynamic programming to exploitation-oriented methods.

The next two works deal with the Learning Classifier System (LCS), which applies the rule discovery mechanism to reinforcement learning. LCS is a technique with a long history, but for this issue, we were able to publish two theoretical works.

We are also grateful to Prof. Toshio Fukuda, Nagoya University, and Prof. Kaoru Hirota, Tokyo Institute of Technology, the editors-in-chief, and the NASTEC 2008 conference staff for inviting us to guest-edit this Journal.

The next four papers mainly deal with multi agent environments. We were able to draw from a wide range of research: from measuring interaction, through the expansion of techniques incorporating simultaneous learning, to research leading to application in multi agent environments.

The last two contributions mainly deal with application. We publish one paper on exemplar generalization and another detailing the successful application to gove...<more>

Paper: pp. 600-607
Eligibility Propagation to Speed up Time Hopping for Reinforcement Learning
Abstract
Petar S. Kormushev, Kohei Nomoto, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 608-614
Construction of Semi-Markov Decision Process Models of Continuous State Space Environments Using Growing Cell Structures and Multiagent k-Certainty Exploration Method
Abstract
Takeshi Tateyama, Seiichi Kawata, and Yoshiki Shimomura
Paper: pp. 615-623
About Profit Sharing Considering Infatuate Actions
Abstract
Wataru Uemura
Paper: pp. 624-630
Exploitation-Oriented Learning PS-r#
Abstract
Kazuteru Miyazaki and Shigenobu Kobayashi
Paper: pp. 631-639
Analyzing Strength-Based Classifier System from Reinforcement Learning Perspective
Abstract
Atsushi Wada and Keiki Takadama
Paper: pp. 640-648
Is Gradient Descent Update Consistent with Accuracy-Based Learning Classifier System?
Abstract
Atsushi Wada and Keiki Takadama
Paper: pp. 649-657
Information Theoretic Approach for Measuring Interaction in Multiagent Domain
Abstract
Sachiyo Arai and Yoshihisa Ishigaki
Paper: pp. 658-666
Multiple-Timescale PIA for Model-Based Reinforcement Learning
Abstract
Tomohiro Yamaguchi and Eri Imatani
Paper: pp. 667-674
Time Horizon Generalization in Reinforcement Learning: Generalizing Multiple Q-Tables in Q-Learning Agents
Abstract
Yasuyo Hatcho, Kiyohiko Hattori, and Keiki Takadama
Paper: pp. 675-682
A New Improved Penalty Avoiding Rational Policy Making Algorithm for Keepaway with Continuous State Spaces
Abstract
Takuji Watanabe, Kazuteru Miyazaki, and Hiroaki Kobayashi
Paper: pp. 683-690
Exemplar Generalization in Reinforcement Learning: Improving Performance with Fewer Exemplars
Abstract
Hiroyasu Matsushima, Kiyohiko Hattori, and Keiki Takadama
Paper: pp. 691-696
Acquiring a Government Bond Trading Strategy Using Reinforcement Learning
Abstract
Tohgoroh Matsui, Takashi Goto, and Kiyoshi Izumi

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 697-703
Capacity Expansion Problem by Monte Carlo Sampling Method
Abstract
Takayuki Shiina
Paper: pp. 704-712
Global Optimal Routing Algorithm for Traffic Systems with Multiple ODs
Abstract
Yu Wang, Shingo Mabu, Shinji Eto, and Kotaro Hirasawa
Paper: pp. 713-725
Traffic Flow Prediction with Genetic Network Programming (GNP)
Abstract
Huiyu Zhou, Shingo Mabu, Wei Wei, Kaoru Shimada, and Kotaro Hirasawa
Paper: pp. 726-730
Learning and Technical Market -Effects of In-Sample Data Selection-
Abstract
Tomio Kurokawa
Paper: pp. 731-737
Product-Impression Analysis Using Fuzzy C4.5 Decision Tree
Abstract
Masataka Tokumaru and Noriaki Muranaka

No.5

(Sep)

Special Issue on Soft Computing for Modeling and Simulation

Special Issue on Soft Computing for Modeling and Simulation

Editorial: p. 511
Soft Computing for Modeling and Simulation
Mokhtar Beldjehem, Lotfi A. Zadeh, Ronald Yager and Madan Gupta

Welcome to this special issue on Soft Computing for Modeling and Simulation of the Journal of Advanced Computational Intelligence and Intelligent Informatics (JACIII). We are pleased to introduce 5 selected papers and 4 regular papers presented at NASTEC (North-American Simulation Technology Conference), which is a series of conferences initiated by Eurosis after in-depth discussions with Prof. Mokhtar Beldjehem and North-American Simulationists, Soft Computing Scientists, addressing issues regarding the interplays and synergies between Modeling, Simulation and Soft Computing. The first NASTEC 2008 was organized at Mc Gill University, Montréal, Canada, which is its birth place. It has attracted Simulationists, researchers and practitioners of Soft Computing, attendees from academic, industry and government agencies in an exchange of ideas and shared experiences.

The intent of the NASTEC'2008 event is to nurture the spirit of cooperation and strive to improve the quality of life in this global village through excellence in hybrid Soft Computing research and education by engineering of next-generation intelligent hybrid Soft Computing systems for Modeling, Simulation, Simulation-based and Data-driven Software Engineering, Web-centric Computing, E-learning and Virtual Reality Systems at the service and for the benefits of the humankind.

Computer Simulation is being acknowledged as the “third leg” of scientific discovery and analysis, along with theory and experimentation. Simulation Technology aims at building the “software digital factory.” The fields of Modeling, Simulation, and Soft Computing in general have made significant progress; parts of them were reflected in the present Special issue. This issue was able to attract top-level and forefront research. The themes center on novel issues in connection with Modeling, Simulation, Soft Computing, Simulation-based Software Engineering, Web-centric Computing, Virtual Reality Systems, their interplays and synergies.

We are grateful to a number of people without whom we would not have been able to put this special issue together...<more>

Paper: pp. 512-519
A Granular Framework for Recognition of Arabic Handwriting
Abstract
Mokhtar Beldjehem
Paper: pp. 520-528
A Granular Unified Min-Max Fuzzy-Neuro Framework for Learning Fuzzy Systems
Abstract
Mokhtar Beldjehem
Paper: pp. 529-536
Modelling Numerical and Spatial Uncertainty in GrayscaleImage Capture Using Fuzzy Set Theory
Abstract
Mike Nachtegae, Peter Sussner, Tom Mélange, and Etienne E. Kerre
Paper: pp. 537-541
Bias of Standard Errors in Latent Class Model Applications Using Newton-Raphson and EM Algorithms
Abstract
Liberato Camilleri
Paper: pp. 542-549
Comparison of Traditional 2D and Virtual Patterns Design in 3D
Abstract
Agnieszka Cichocka and Pascal Bruniaux

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 551-560
Genetic Network Programming with Rule Accumulation and its Application to Tile-World Problem
Abstract
Lutao Wang, Shingo Mabu, Fengming Ye, Shinji Eto, Xuefeng Fan, and Kotaro Hirasawa
Paper: pp. 561-572
Combination of Two Evolutionary Methods for Mining Association Rules in Large and Dense Databases
Abstract
Eloy Gonzales, Karla Taboada, Shingo Mabu, Kaoru Shimada, and Kotaro Hirasawa
Paper: pp. 573-580
Object Categorization Using Biologically Inspired Nodemaps and the HITEC Categorization System
Abstract
Adam Csapo, Barna Resko, Domonkos Tikk, and Peter Baranyi
Paper: pp. 581-591
Q Value-Based Dynamic Programming with Boltzmann Distribution for Global Optimal Traffic Routing Strategy
Abstract
Shanqing Yu, Shingo Mabu, Fengming Ye, Hongqiang Wang, Kaoru Shimada, and Kotaro Hirasawa

No.4

(Jul)

Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2008 No.2

Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2008 No.2

Editorial: p. 351
Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2008 No.2
Masayoshi Kanoh

Welcome to the second special issue on selected papers from SCIS & ISIS 2008, a joint conference combining the 4th Soft Computing and Intelligent Systems (SCIS) and the 9th International Symposium on advances Intelligent Systems (ISIS) held at Nagoya University, Japan, in September 2008.

Three earlier conferences were held in: the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Japan (2002); Keio University, Japan (2004); and Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan (2006).

Conference topics include fuzzy logic, clustering, evolutionary computation, machine learning, rough sets, man-machine interaction/interfaces, neural networks, computer vision, image processing, cognitive modeling, computational intelligence, etc.

Papers of interest containing novel algorithms and ideas in these fields have been selected, so I hope you will enjoy this issue.

I would like to thank the many people who have produced these special issues for SCIS & ISIS2008, and all of the authors and reviewers. Without your help, this issue would not have been possible.

Paper: pp. 352-359
An Application of Rough Set Analysis toa Psycho-Physiological Study - Assessing the RelationBetween Psychological Scale and Immunological Biomarker
Abstract
Shusaku Nomura and Yasuo Kudo
Paper: pp. 360-365
Clustering Based on Multiple Criteria for LVQ and K-Means Algorithm
Abstract
Fujiki Morii and Kazuko Kurahashi
Paper: pp. 366-372
Effect on EEGs When Listening to Harmony
Abstract
Ryosuke Yamanishi, Shohei Kato, Tsutomu Kunitachi, and Hidenori Itoh
Paper: pp. 373-379
Multiobjective Random Fuzzy Linear Programming Problems Based on the Possibility Maximization Model
Abstract
Takashi Hasuike, Hideki Katagiri, and Hiroaki Ishii
Paper: pp. 380-385
Proposal of a Method to Extract Arbitrary FiguresUsing One-Dimensional Histograms
Abstract
Shota Nakashima, Makoto Miyauchi, and Seiichi Serikawa
Paper: pp. 386-392
Social Effects of Robot Therapy in a Care House
– Change of Social Network of the Residents for One Year –
Abstract
Kazuyoshi Wada and Takanori Shibata
Paper: pp. 393-399
A 3D Pseudo-Reconstruction from Single ImageBased on Vanishing Point
Abstract
Jingjing Wang, Fangyan Dong, Takashi Takegami, Eiroku Go, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 400-406
Averaging Forest for Online Vision
Abstract
Hassab Elgawi Osman
Paper: pp. 407-415
Human Resource Selection Based on Performance ClassificationUsingWeighted Support Vector Machine
Abstract
Qiangwei Wang, Boyang Li, and Jinglu Hu
Paper: pp. 416-420
Kernel Canonical Discriminant Analysis Based on Variable Selection
Abstract
Seiichi Ikeda and Yoshiharu Sato
Paper: pp. 421-428
On Tolerant Fuzzy c -Means Clustering
Abstract
Yukihiro Hamasuna, Yasunori Endo, and Sadaaki Miyamoto
Paper: pp. 429-433
Clustering Algorithm Based on Probabilistic Dissimilarity
Abstract
Makito Yamashiro, Yasunori Endo, and Yukihiro Hamasuna
Paper: pp. 434-440
Rough Set Approach for Overall Performance Improvement of an Unsupervised ANN-Based Pattern Classifier
Abstract
Ashwin Kothari and Avinash Keskar
Paper: pp. 441-446
Image Morphing and Warping: Application to Speech Simulation Using a Single Image
Abstract
Stephen Karungaru, Takuya Akashi, Minoru Fukumi, and Norio Akamatsu
Paper: pp. 447-456
Online Signature Verification Based on User-Generic Fusion Model with Markov Chain Monte Carlo, Taking into Account User Individuality
Abstract
Kyosuke Koishi, Shintaro Kinoshita, Daigo Muramatsu, and Takashi Matsumoto
Paper: pp. 457-462
Extraction of Evaluation Keywords for Analyzing Product Evaluation in User-Reviews Using Hierarchical Keyword Graph
Abstract
Tomohiro Yoshikawa, Yuki Uchida, Takeshi Furuhashi, Eiji Hirao, and Hiroto Iguchi
Paper: pp. 463-469
Vehicle Appearance Model for Recognition System Considering the Change of Imaging Condition
Abstract
Keiji Kuwabara, Yoshikazu Yano, and Shigeru Okuma
Paper: pp. 470-480
Analysis of NSGA-II and NSGA-II with CDAS, and Proposal of an Enhanced CDAS Mechanism
Abstract
Kyoko Tsuchida, Hiroyuki Sato, Hernan Aguirre, and Kiyoshi Tanaka
Paper: pp. 481-488
Gender and Age Classification Based on Pattern of Human Motion Using Choquet Integral Agent Networks
Abstract
Santoso Handri, Kazuo Nakamura, and Shusaku Nomura
Paper: pp. 489-498
Relative Relaxation and Weighted Information Loss to Simplify and Stabilize Feature Detection
Abstract
Ryotaro Kamimura
Paper: pp. 499-505
Text-Style Conversion of Speech Transcript into Web Document for Lecture Archive
Abstract
Masashi Ito, Tomohiro Ohno, and Shigeki Matsubara

No.3

(May)

Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2008 – No.1

Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2008 – No.1

Editorial: p. 171
Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2008 – No.1
Tsuyoshi Nakamura

Welcome to this special issue of the Journal of Advanced Computational Intelligence and Intelligent Informatics (JACIII). I am pleased to introduce 41 selected papers presented at the 3rd International Conference on Soft Computing and Intelligent Systems (SCIS) and the 7th International Symposium on Advanced Intelligent Systems (ISIS) held on September 17-21, 2008, at Nagoya University in Nagoya, Japan.

This conference featured 401 original papers in presentations attended by some 500 participants.

SCIS & ISIS is a biennial international joint conference in the field of soft computing and intelligent systems, including branches of research ranging from fuzzy systems, neural networks, and evolutionary computation to multiagent systems, artificial intelligence, and robotics.

This current issue presents 20 papers covering most of the conference topics including fuzzy theory, self-organizing maps, robotics, computer vision, and optimization algorithms.

I would like to thank the authors and reviewers and SCIS & ISIS 2008 for making this special issue possible. I am also grateful to Prof. Toshio Fukuda, Nagoya University, and Prof. Kaoru Hirota, Tokyo Institute of Technology, the editors-in-chief, and the SCIS & ISIS 2008 conference staff for inviting me to guest-edit this Journal.

Paper: pp. 172-177
Posture Estimation of a Human Body from Thermal Images of 2D Appearance Models of 3D Ellipsoidal Model
Abstract
Mitsuhiro Hayase and Susumu Shimada
Paper: pp. 178-184
Shape Classification in Continuous Rotation Manipulation by Universal Robot Hand
Abstract
Hiroyuki Nakamoto, Futoshi Kobayashi, Nobuaki Imamura, Hidenori Shirasawa, and Fumio Kojima
Paper: pp. 185-192
Operation Planning of District Heating and Cooling Plants Considering Contract Violation Penalties
Abstract
Kosuke Kato, Masatoshi Sakawa, Keiichi Ishimaru, and Satoshi Ushiro
Paper: pp. 193-203
Soccer Player’s Pose Recognition by Creative Search for Generating Free Viewpoint Images
Abstract
Haruki Kawanaka, Fuminori Matsubara, and Yuji Iwahori
Paper: pp. 204-209
Comparison and Evaluation of Different Cluster Validity Measures Including Their Kernelization
Abstract
Wataru Hashimoto, Tetsuya Nakamura, and Sadaaki Miyamoto
Paper: pp. 210-216
Visualization of Huge Climate Data with High-Speed Spherical Self-Organizing Map
Abstract
Kanta Tachibana, Norihiko Sugimoto, Hideo Shiogama, and Toru Nozawa
Paper: pp. 217-221
Analysis of Components of Waterfront Parks by Using Conjoint Analysis Including an Incomplete Answer
Abstract
Kiyoshi Shingu and Kiyotoshi Hiratsuka
Paper: pp. 222-229
An Adaptive Muscular Force Generation Mechanism Based on Prior Information of Handling Object
Abstract
Kosuke Sekiyama, Masahiro Ito, Toshio Fukuda, Takashi Suzuki, and Koshiro Yamashita
Paper: pp. 230-236
Adaptive Kernel Quantile Regression for Anomaly Detection
Abstract
Hiroyuki Moriguchi, Ichiro Takeuchi, Masayuki Karasuyama, Shin-ichi Horikawa, Yoshikatsu Ohta, Tetsuji Kodama and Hiroshi Naruse
Paper: pp. 237-244
A New Method for Simplifying Algebraic Expressions in Genetic Programming Called Equivalent Decision Simplification
Abstract
Naoki Mori, Bob McKay, Nguyen Xuan Hoai, Daryl Essam, and Saori Takeuchi
Paper: pp. 245-254
Animated Two-Dimensional Barcode Generation Using Optimization Algorithms – Redesign of Formulation, Operator, and Quality Evaluation
Abstract
Satoshi Ono, Kensuke Morinaga, and Shigeru Nakayama
Paper: pp. 255-261
Human-Assisted Fuzzy Image Similarity Analysis Based on Information Compression
Abstract
Gancho Vachkov
Paper: pp. 262-267
A Normative Approach to Fuzzy Logic Reasoning Using Residual Implications
Abstract
Yahachiro Tsukamoto
Paper: pp. 268-274
The Method to Analyze Freely Described Data from Questionnaires
Abstract
Masaomi Kimura
Paper: pp. 275-282
Pseudo Online Independent Component Analysis for Dynamical Mixing Using Gradient Optimization
Abstract
Takahiro Haneda and Shuxue Ding
Paper: pp. 283-288
Virtual Scissors in a Thin Haptic and Force Feedback Environment
Abstract
Kenji Funahashi, Daisuke Kubotani, Yuji Iwahori, and Koji Tanida
Paper: pp. 289-296
A Genetic-Algorithm-Based Temporal Subtraction for Chest Radiographs
Abstract
Takeshi Inaba, Lifeng He, Kenji Suzuki, Kazuhito Murakami, and Yuyan Chao
Paper: pp. 297-303
A Modal Characterization of Visibility and Focus in Granular Reasoning
Abstract
Yasuo Kudo and Tetsuya Murai
Paper: pp. 304-311
Emergence of Cross-Generational Migration Behavior in Multiagent Simulation
Abstract
Hideki Hashizume, Atsuko Mutoh, Shohei Kato, Tsutomu Kunitachi, and Hidenori Itoh
Paper: pp. 312-319
Adapting Real Mobile Robots to Complex Environments Using a Pattern Association Network Controller (PAN-C)
Abstract
Indra Bin Mohd Zin, Fady Alnajjar, and Kazuyuki Murase

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 321-330
Inference with Governing Schemes for Propagation of Fuzzy Convex Constraints Based on α-Cuts
Abstract
Kiyohiko Uehara, Takumi Koyama, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 331-337
Variable Ranking for Online Ensemble Learning
Abstract
Hassab Elgawi Osman
Paper: pp. 338-346
HACO2 Method for Evolving Hyperbox Classifiers with Ant Colony Optimization
Abstract
Guilherme N. Ramos, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota

No.2

(Mar)

Selected Papers from the 3rd International Symposium on Computational Intelligence and Industrial Applications (ISCIIA2008)

Selected Papers from the 3rd International Symposium on Computational Intelligence and Industrial Applications (ISCIIA2008)

Editorial: p. 67
Selected Papers from the 3rd International Symposium on Computational Intelligence and Industrial Applications (ISCIIA2008)
Jianqiang Yi and Fangyan Dong

The biennial International Symposium on Computational Intelligence and Industrial Applications (ISCIIA2008) focuses on advanced technologies for soft computing, computational intelligence, and real-world applications.

The first ISCIIA was held in 2004 in Haikou, China, the second in Guangzhou, China, and the third, hosted by Dali University, held Nov. 21-Nov. 26 in Dali, Yunnan Province, China.

From the 58 papers published in ISCIIA2008 proceedings, 5 have been selected and reviewed for publication in JACIII. This special issue covers learning systems, signal and image processing, human-computer interfacing, intelligent control, and robotics. These selected papers should prove to be interesting and informative for many researchers.

ISCIIA2008 was cochaired by Professor Yaping Dai of Beijing Institute of Technology and professor Lihua Duan of Dali University. The local organizing committee member included Prof. Yilong Gu and Dr. Chen, who worked hard from CFP preparation to local arrangement. The founding chairs – Prof. Kaoru Hirota of Tokyo Institute of Technology, Prof. Shibin Zhao of Guangdong Polytechnical Normal University, and Mr. Raymond Tay of Mycom Inc., Singapore – contributed much to the success of ISCIIA2008.

The fourth ISCIIA will be held in August in Harbin, China, and we look forward to the advances in computational intelligence technologies and industrial applications the occasion will bring.

Paper: pp. 68-75
Micro Robot Control by Use of Electroencephalograms from Right Frontal Area
Abstract
Takahiro Yamanoi, Hisashi Toyoshima, Toshimasa Yamazaki, Shin-ichi Ohnishi, Michio Sugeno, and Elie Sanchez
Paper: pp. 76-79
Determining Extrinsic Parameters for Active Stereovision
Abstract
Huawei Wang and De Xu
Paper: pp. 80-85
Hierarchical Bayesian Modeling for Estimating Shared Hidden States with Application to Tracking
Abstract
Kazuhiko Kawamoto
Paper: pp. 86-90
Profile Generation for TV Program Recommendation Based on Utterance Analysis
Abstract
Yasufumi Takama and Yuki Muto
Paper: pp. 91-96
Network Administrator Assistance System Based on Fuzzy C-means Analysis
Abstract
Benhui Chen, Jinglu Hu, Lihua Duan, and Yinglong Gu

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 97-108
Experimental Study on Pair Swap Strategy in Quantum-Inspired Evolutionary Algorithm
Abstract
Takahiro Imabeppu, Shigeru Nakayama, and Satoshi Ono
Paper: pp. 109-114
Effective Image Mining by Representing Color Histograms as Time Series
Abstract
Zaher Al Aghbari
Paper: pp. 115-127
Automatic Acquisition of Image Filtering and Object Extraction Procedures from Ground-Truth Samples
Abstract
Shahryar Rahnamayan, Hamid R. Tizhoosh, and Magdy M.A. Salama
Paper: pp. 128-134
Optimal Location of Wireless LAN Access Points Using Fuzzy ID3
Abstract
Isao Hayashi, Takashi Kobayashi, Yoshinori Arai, Toshiyuki Maeda, and Atsushi Inoue
Paper: pp. 135-149
Fuzzy Inference with Schemes for Guaranteeing Convexity and Symmetricity in Consequences Based on α-Cuts
Abstract
Kiyohiko Uehara, Takumi Koyama, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 150-154
Robust Guaranteed Cost Control of Uncertain Fuzzy Systems Under Sampled-Data Inputs
Abstract
Jun Yoneyama
Paper: pp. 155-161
Random-TD Function Approximator
Abstract
Hassab Elgawi Osman

No.1

(Jan)

Regular papers

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 3-9
Cognitive Informatics Model for Non-Overlapped Image Filtering Based on the Optical Aberrations of the Eye
Abstract
Barna Reskó, Ákos Antal, and Péter Baranyi
Paper: pp. 10-15
Humanoid Knowledge-Based Decision Support Systems (KBDSS) – Subjective or Objective Data Query
Abstract
Ulrich H. Langanke
Paper: pp. 16-24
Genetic Network Programming with Rules
Abstract
Fengming Ye, Lu Yu, Shingo Mabu, Kaoru Shimada, and Kotaro Hirasawa
Paper: pp. 25-34
Parallel Distributed Compensation Based Stabilization of A 3-DOF RC Helicopter: A Tensor Product Transformation Based Approach
Abstract
Péter Baranyi, Péter Korondi, and Kazuo Tanaka
Paper: pp. 35-44
A Study of Double-Deck Elevator Systems Using Genetic Network Programming with Reinforcement Learning
Abstract
Jin Zhou, Lu Yu, Shingo Mabu, Kaoru Shimada, Kotaro Hirasawa, and Sandor Markon
Paper: pp. 45-51
Fuzzy-Possibilistic Classification: Resolution of Initialization Problem
Abstract
Houria Boudouda, Mohamed Nemissi, Hamid Seridi, and Herman Akdag
Paper: pp. 52-60
HOSVD Based Canonical Form for Polytopic Models of Dynamic Systems
Abstract
László Szeidl and Péter Várlaki

Vol.12 (2008)

No.6

(Nov)

Selected Papers from ISIS 2007

Selected Papers from ISIS 2007

Editorial: p. 487
Selected Papers from ISIS 2007
G. K. Park
The 8th International Symposium on Advanced Intelligent Systems (ISIS 2007), a biennial joint conference between Korea and Japan, focuses on artificial intelligence, intelligent systems, information technology, and their applications. ISIS 2007, held on September 5-8 at Soraksan National Park under the auspices of the Korea Fuzzy Logic and Intelligent Systems Society (KFIS), was attended by 265 researchers, engineers, and other professionals and featured 206 presentations. Of more than 20 papers preliminarily selected and reviewed by the ISIS 2007 International Program Committees, 7 were chosen for the special issue of the Journal of Advanced Computational Intelligence and Intelligent Informatics, centering on advanced intelligent systems including robotics, pattern recognition, data mining, and decision-making systems. The content and conclusions presented in these fine papers should prove both interesting and informative to specialists and generalists alike. I thank the authors and reviewers for their painstaking contributions to this special issue and Prof. Kaoru Hirota of the Tokyo Institute of Technology for inviting me to guest-edit this work.
Paper: pp. 488-493
Position Uncertainty Reduction of Mobile Robot Based on DINDs in Intelligent Space
Abstract
TaeSeok Jin and Hideki Hashimoto
Paper: pp. 494-502
Concept of Humatronics and its Application to Human-Robot Communication Support Under TV Watching Environment
Abstract
Yasufumi Takama, Hiroki Namba, Yoshihiro Iwase, Yuki Muto, and Shunichi Hattori
Paper: pp. 503-508
Implementation of Humanoid Robot Arm Based on SERCOS Network
Abstract
Yongseon Moon, Nak Yong Ko, Dong Jin Seo, Eunju Kim, and Youngchul Bae
Paper: pp. 509-515
Recognition of Traffic Signs and Korean Texts on Traffic Signs Using Japanese Puzzle
Abstract
Youngsun Sohn and Ilsik Shin
Paper: pp. 516-522
A Data Mining Approach to Rainfall Intensity Classification Using TRMM/TMI Data
Abstract
Shan-Tai Chen, Shung-Lin Dou, and Wann-Jin Chen
Paper: pp. 523-528
Prototype Design of Decision Supports for GRID Clearinghouse Service Framework
Abstract
Johannes K. Chiang and Kiekang Chao
Paper: pp. 529-536
A Study on the Location Analysis Using Spatial Analysis and Ordered Weighted Averaging Operator Weighting Functions
Abstract
Se-Woong Oh, Gyei-Kark Park, Jong-Min Park, and Sang-Hyun Suh
Paper: pp. 537-545
Switching Fuzzy Model Construction and Controller Design for Dynamical Systems with Input Nonlinearity
Abstract
Hiroshi Ohtake and Kazuo Tanaka
Paper: pp. 546-553
Optimal Route Based on Dynamic Programming for Road Networks
Abstract
Manoj Kanta Mainali, Kaoru Shimada, Shingo Mabu, and Kotaro Hirasawa

No.5

(Sep)

Modeling Decisions for Artificial Intelligence

Modeling Decisions for Artificial Intelligence

Editorial: p. 408
Modeling Decisions for Artificial Intelligence
Vicenç Torra and Yasuo Narukawa
In August 2007, the 4th International Conference on Modeling Decisions for Artificial Intelligence (MDAI1) was held in Kitakyushu, Japan. This special issue has its origins in the conference. We present nine papers related to soft computing tool applications. The first paper, by Honda and Okazaki, presents an axiomatization of a generalized Shaply value. The second paper, by García-Lapresta, also related to decision-making, introduces a multistage decision procedure in which decision-makers opinions are weighted by their contribution to an agreement. The third paper, by Torra and Miyamoto, concerns the problem of loading a container, outlining a system for loading nonorthogonal objects. The fourth paper, by Sakai, Koba, and Nakata, is devoted to rule generation based on rough sets. The fifth paper by Hiramatsu, Huynh, and Nakamori, deals with a fuzzy-based model applied to weather information. The sixth paper, by Inokuchi and Miyamoto, discuss fuzzy clustering algorithms for discrete data. The seventh paper, by Miyamoto, Kuroda, and Arai, studies an algorithm for the sequential extraction of clusters compared to mountain clustering. In the eighth paper, Miyamoto formulates fuzzy clustering using the calculus of variations. The ningth and final paper treats fuzzy clustering, in which Endo et al. discuss fuzzy c-means for data with tolerance. In closing, we thank the referees for their work on reviews and Prof. Hirota for editing this special issue. We also thank the Fuji Technology Press Ltd. staff for its advice.


1Work partially funded by Spanish MEC (projects ARES – CONSOLIDER INGENIO 2010 CSD2007-00004 – and eAEGIS – TSI2007-65406-C03-02)
Paper: pp. 409-415
Axiomatization of Shapley Values of Fagle and Kern Type on Set Systems
Abstract
Aoi Honda and Yoshiaki Okazaki
Paper: pp. 416-421
Favoring Consensus and Penalizing Disagreement in Group Decision Making
Abstract
José Luis García-Lapresta
Paper: pp. 422-425
Container Loading for Nonorthogonal Objects: Detecting Collisions
Abstract
Vicenç Torra and Sadaaki Miyamoto
Paper: pp. 426-434
Rough Sets Based Rule Generation from Data with Categorical and Numerical Values
Abstract
Hiroshi Sakai, Kazuhiro Koba, and Michinori Nakata
Paper: pp. 435-442
A Behavioral Decision Model Based on Fuzzy Targets in Decision Making Using Weather Information
Abstract
Akio Hiramatsu, Van-Nam Huynh, and Yoshiteru Nakamori
Paper: pp. 443-447
Fuzzy c-Means Algorithms Using Kullback-Leibler Divergence and Helliger Distance Based on Multinomial Manifold
Abstract
Ryo Inokuchi and Sadaaki Miyamoto
Paper: pp. 448-453
Algorithms for Sequential Extraction of Clusters by Possibilistic Method and Comparison with Mountain Clustering
Abstract
Sadaaki Miyamoto, Youhei Kuroda, and Kenta Arai
Paper: pp. 454-460
Formulation of Fuzzy c-Means Clustering Using Calculus of Variations and Twofold Membership Clusters
Abstract
Sadaaki Miyamoto
Paper: pp. 461-466
Fuzzy c-Means for Data with Rectangular Maximum Tolerance Range
Abstract
Yasunori Endo, Yasushi Hasegawa, Yukihiro Hamasuna, and Sadaaki Miyamoto
Paper: pp. 467-478
Time Related Association Rules Mining with Attributes Accumulation Mechanism and its Application to Traffic Prediction
Abstract
Huiyu Zhou, Wei Wei, Kaoru Shimada, Shingo Mabu, and Kotaro Hirasawa
Paper: pp. 479-484
An Evolutionary Hybrid Scheduling Algorithm for Computational Grids
Abstract
Shajulin Benedict, Rejitha R. S, and V. Vasudevan

No.4

(Jul)

Selected Papers from HNICEM 2007

Selected Papers from HNICEM 2007

Editorial: p. 327
Selected Papers from HNICEM 2007
Elmer P. Dadios
The Third International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment, and Management (HNICEM) was held in Century Park Hotel, Manila, Philippines from March 15 to 18, 2007. The theme on this conference was Technology Creativity and Innovations for Economic Development. As has been done from the previous HNICEM conferences, cutting edge papers presented from this conference are reviewed and selected for JACIII special issue publication. In this special issue, 10 articles are selected that will provide valuable references for researchers and practitioners. The first article presents an integrated algorithm that provides a mobile robot the ability to plan an optimal path and does online collision avoidance in a totally unknown environment. The second article presents a fuzzy controller technique in navigation with obstacle avoidance for a general purpose mobile robot in a given global environment with image processing technique using Open Source Computer Vision. The third article presents a model-based controller for helicopter using the sliding mode approach. The controller assumes that only measured outputs are available and it uses sliding mode observer to estimate the state of the system. The fourth article presents a real-time fuzzy logic based parallel parking system in an FPGA platform. The fifth article presents performance analysis of container unloading operations using simplified analytical model (SAM). The sixth article presents a neuro-fuzzy approach with additional moving average window data filter and fuzzy clustering algorithm use to forecast electrical load. The seventh article presents a new design and implementation of a multi-output fuzzy controller for real time control which utilizes lesser memory and executes faster than an existing type of multiple single-output fuzzy logic controllers. The eight article presents a new method based on multi-objective evolutionary algorithms to evolve low complexity neural controllers that allows an agent to perform two different tasks simultaneously. The ninth and tenth articles present genetic networks ...<more>
Paper: pp. 328-335
An Integrated Algorithm for Autonomous Navigation of a Mobile Robot in an Unknown Environment
Abstract
Lee Gim Hee and Marcelo H. Ang Jr.
Paper: pp. 336-341
Mobile Robot Navigation Using Open Computer Vision with Fuzzy Controller
Abstract
Julirose Gonzales and Zahari Taha
Paper: pp. 342-347
Helicopter Motion Control Using Model-Based Sliding Mode Controller
Abstract
Gesang Nugroho and Zahari Taha
Paper: pp. 348-354
Implementation of a Real-Time FPGA-Based Intelligent Parallel Parking System
Abstract
Mohamed Slim Masmoudi, Willie Tsui, Insop Song, Fakhreddine Karray, Mohamed Masmoudi, and Nabil Derbel
Paper: pp. 355-360
Performance Analysis of Container Unloading Operations at the Port of Suva Using a Simplified Analytical Model (SAM)
Abstract
Shivendra Kumar and Ljubo Vlacic
Paper: pp. 361-369
Neuro-Fuzzy Approaches for Forecasting Electrical Load Using Additional Moving Average Window Data Filter on Takagi-Sugeno Type MISO Networks
Abstract
Felix Pasila, Ajoy K. Palit, and Georg Thiele
Paper: pp. 370-376
An Optimized Multi-Output Fuzzy Logic Controller for Real-Time Control
Abstract
Noel S. Gunay and Elmer P. Dadios
Paper: pp. 377-381
Effect of Genetic Encoding on Evolution of Efficient Neural Controllers
Abstract
Genci Capi
Paper: pp. 383-392
Trading Rules on Stock Markets Using Genetic Network Programming with Sarsa Learning
Abstract
Yan Chen, Shingo Mabu, Kaoru Shimada, and Kotaro Hirasawa
Paper: pp. 393-403
Comparative Association Rules Mining Using Genetic Network Programming (GNP) with Attributes Accumulation Mechanism and its Application to Traffic Systems
Abstract
Wei Wei, Huiyu Zhou, Kaoru Shimada, Shingo Mabu, and Kotaro Hirasawa

No.3

(May)

Selected Papers from TAAI 2006

Selected Papers from TAAI 2006

Editorial: p. 217
Selected Papers from TAAI 2006
Hsin-Chang Yang, Wen-Yang Lin, Chun-Yang Chang, Cheng-Hong Yang, Shyi-Ming Chen
The 11th Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Applications (TAAI 2006), which was held during Dec. 15-16, 2006 at Kaohsiung, Taiwan, is the annual conference of Taiwanese Association for Artificial Intelligence. The conference is intended to provide a forum for researchers and scholars in the related fields of artificial intelligence. Past conferences have proven them successful attempts to become the most important meeting of artificial intelligence researchers in Taiwan. This is also true for TAAI 2006, which focuses on various aspects on theory and practice of artificial intelligence. In this special issue, 11 papers presented in the conference are selected and extended for their outstanding performance on the conference. These papers cover wide spreading aspects, which include versatile motion planning, particle swarm optimization, data mining, image retrieval, music retrieval, natural language processing, navigation, fuzzy logic, gaming, and bioinformatics. This issue thus concisely summarizes recent advances in artificial intelligence and its applications. The readers should find them valuable and inspiring. We hope that this issue should provide a valuable resource for their researches. As guest editors of this special issue, we like to express our greatest gratitude to those that help this issue come true. Thanks to all contributors and referees for their elaborate works and careful reviews that assure the high quality of this issue. Special thanks should go to Mr. Makoto Shimada of Fuji Technology Press for his efforts and kind assistance in publishing this issue. Finally, we also like to thank the Editors in Chief of JACIII, Prof. Toshio Fukuda and Prof. Kaoru Hirota, for their generous hospitality in supporting this special issue.
Paper: pp. 218-226
A Combination of Shuffled Frog-Leaping Algorithm and Genetic Algorithm for Gene Selection
Abstract
Cheng-San Yang, Li-Yeh Chuang, Chao-Hsuan Ke, and Cheng-Hong Yang
Paper: pp. 227-233
A Dual Ternary Indexing Approach for Music Retrieval System
Abstract
Hewijin Christine Jiau and Chuan-Wang Chang
Paper: pp. 234-242
Supporting the Translation and Authoring of Test Items with Techniques of Natural Language Processing
Abstract
Ming-Shin Lu, Yu-Chun Wang, Jen-Hsiang Lin, Chao-Lin Liu, Zhao-Ming Gao, and Chun-Yen Chang
Paper: pp. 243-248
Rain-Area Identification Using TRMM/TMI Data by Data Mining Approach
Abstract
Shan-Tai Chen, Chien-Chen Wu, Wann-Jin Chen, and Jen-Chi Hu
Paper: pp. 249-253
An Approach to Improve Estimation Performance of GM(1,1) Model
Abstract
Cheng-Hsiung Hiseh, Ren-Hsien Huang, and Ting-Yu Feng
Paper: pp. 254-262
Hybrid GPS/GSM Positioning Systems Design with Fuzzy Logic
Abstract
Hsin-Yuan Chen and Chen-Hung Liu
Paper: pp. 263-267
Design and Implementation of Combinatorial Game Calculator
Abstract
Kuo-Yuan Kao
Paper: pp. 268-276
An Efficient DCT-Based Image Retrieval Approach Using Distance Threshold Pruning
Abstract
Tienwei Tsai, Te-Wei Chiang, and Yo-Ping Huang
Paper: pp. 277-283
A Unified Approach to Planning Versatile Motions for an Autonomous Digital Actor
Abstract
Yueh-Tse Li and Tsai-Yen Li
Paper: pp. 284-289
Evolving Particle Swarm Optimization Implemented by a Genetic Algorithm
Abstract
Jenn-Long Liu
Paper: pp. 290-295
H Filtering Approach for GSM Navigation Systems
Abstract
Hsin-Yuan Chen
Paper: pp. 297-303
RBF Networks Ensemble Construction based on Evolutionary Multi-objective Optimization
Abstract
Nobuhiko Kondo, Toshiharu Hatanaka, and Katsuji Uosaki
Paper: pp. 304-313
Fuzzy Inference based Mentality Expression for Eye Robot in Affinity Pleasure-Arousal Space
Abstract
Yoichi Yamazaki, Yutaka Hatakeyama, Fangyan Dong, Kohei Nomoto, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 314-323
Reduction Models in Competitive Learning Founded on Distortion Standards
Abstract
Michiharu Maeda, Noritaka Shigei, Hiromi Miyajima, and Kenichi Suzaki

No.2

(Mar)

Special Issue on Intelligence Techniques in Computer Games and Simulations

Special Issue on Intelligence Techniques in Computer Games and Simulations

Editorial: p. 105
Intelligence Techniques in Computer Games and Simulations
Ruck Thawonmas

This issue presents eight research papers focusing on different aspects of intelligence techniques and their applications in computer games and simulations. They are extended papers from those accepted and presented at the International Symposium on Intelligence Techniques in Computer Games and Simulations that was held in Shiga, Japan on March 1-2, 2007.

The issue starts with a paper entitled gUsing Automatic Calibration with Microscopic Traffic Simulation,h which focuses on the use of a genetic algorithm for searching parameter spaces of a microscopic traffic simulation. The second paper, gOn-Line Fault Detection and Compensation of Hydraulic Driven Machines Using Modelling Techniques,h presents the use of modelling information for the fault detection of hydraulic driven machines as well as for the compensation of incipient faults. The third paper, gGeneration of Character Motion by Using Reactive Motion Capture System with Force Feedback,h focuses on animation making with reactive motion data generated from the interaction with force feedback and the virtual environment. The fourth paper, gModeling of Wood Aging Caused by Biological Deterioration,h looks into an application of an ant colony optimization algorithm to generation of wood aging patterns caused by biological deterioration.

The next three papers are related to network games. The fifth paper, gIntelligent Synchronization for Mirrored Game Servers: A Real Case Study,h examines the effectiveness of an intelligent optimistic synchronization scheme for mirrored game server architectures in real multiplayer-online-game environment. The sixth paper, gI3P: A Protocol for Increasing Reliability and Responsiveness in Massively Multiplayer Games,h presents a peer-to-peer (P2P) approach for minimizing the server bottleneck in online gaming and for increasing response and reliability. The seventh paper, gHaar Wavelets for Online-Game Player Classification with Dynamic Time Warping,h presents an application of Haar wavelet for reduction of online game players' action sequences used in player classification. Finally, the eighth paper, gDeve...<more>

Paper: pp. 106-110
Using Automatic Calibration with Microscopic Traffic Simulation
Abstract
Iisakki Kosonen
Paper: pp. 111-115
On-Line Fault Detection and Compensation of Hydraulic Driven Machines Using Modelling Techniques
Abstract
Chrissanthi Angeli and Avraam Chatzinikolaou
Paper: pp. 116-124
Generation of Character Motion by Using Reactive Motion Capture System with Force Feedback
Abstract
Woong Choi, Naoki Hashimoto, Ross Walker, Kozaburo Hachimura, and Makoto Sato
Paper: pp. 125-131
Modeling of Wood Aging Caused by Biological Deterioration
Abstract
Xin Yin, Tadahiro Fujimoto, Norishige Chiba, and Hiromi T. Tanaka
Paper: pp. 132-141
Intelligent Synchronization for Mirrored Game Servers: A Real Case Study
Abstract
Stefano Ferretti, Marco Roccetti, and Claudio E. Palazzi
Paper: pp. 142-149
I3P: A Protocol for Increasing Reliability and Responsiveness in Massively Multiplayer Games
Abstract
Jeremy Kackley, Matthew Gambrell, and Jean Gourd
Paper: pp. 150-155
Haar Wavelets for Online-Game Player Classification with Dynamic Time Warping
Abstract
Ruck Thawonmas and Keita Iizuka
Paper: pp. 156-163
Developing Natural Language Enabled Games in SCXML
Abstract
Jenny Brusk and Torbjörn Lager
Paper: pp. 165-171
Non Linear Disturbance Accommodation Fuzzy Control
Abstract
Slim Abdelbari and Jelel Ezzine
Paper: pp. 172-181
Fuzzy Logic Based Lane Change Model for Microscopic Traffic Flow Simulation
Abstract
Madhu Errampalli, Masashi Okushima, and Takamasa Akiyama
Paper: pp. 182-189
Algorithm for Web Service Discovery Based on Information Retrieval Using WordNet and Linear Discriminant Functions
Abstract
Ricardo Sotolongo, Carlos Kobashikawa, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 190-197
Further Results on T-S Fuzzy Controller Design Subject to Input Constraint
Abstract
Hugang Han
Paper: pp. 198-205
State Dependant Anytime Control Methodology for Non-Linear Systems
Abstract
Annamária R. Várkonyi-Kóczy
Paper: pp. 206-213
A Universal Autonomous Robot Navigation Method
Abstract
Annamária R. Várkonyi-Kóczy

No.1

(Jan)

Selected Papers from the 2nd International Symposium on Computational Intelligence and Industrial Applications (ISCIIA 2006)

Selected Papers from the 2nd International Symposium on Computational Intelligence and Industrial Applications (ISCIIA 2006)

Editorial: p. 3
Selected Papers from the 2nd International Symposium on Computational Intelligence and Industrial Applications (ISCIIA 2006)
Shibin Zhao, Fangyan Dong, and Shinichi Yoshida
Real-world applications include the complex behavior of natural phenomena and the human mind-issue not easily dealt with using conventional engineering. This calls for the use of softcomputing and computational intelligence. The International Symposium on Computational Intelligence and Industrial Applications (ISCIIA), targets the development of computational intelligence technology and increasing activity in applications to real-world systems in industry. The first ISCIIA conference, held in December 2004 at Hainan University, China, covered image processing, networks, signal processing, optimization, data mining, rough sets, and e-Learning. The second ISCIIA conference, held in Guangzhou, China, in November 2006 centered on 55 papers published in the ISCIIA 2006 proceedings. This special JACIII issue features seven papers from these proceedings dealing with intelligent image processing, brain science, human-computer interaction, data mining, and industrial applications. All are interesting, and the paper by Jing et al. was chosen as the best paper of the conference. This conference was chaired by Professor Lefu Wang, president of Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University, and Professor Shibin Zhao. The local organizing committee consisted of Professor Fengmei Zhang, Professor Shibin Zhao, Professor Jin Zhang, and Professor Jianxiong Zhang, all of whom worked to make this conference a success. Founding chairs, Professor Kaoru Hirota, Professor Shibin Zhao, and Dr. Raymond Tay also contributed much to the conference's interesting discussions and presentations, for which we are most grateful. The conference was sponsored by the International Fuzzy Systems Association (IFSA), the Japan Society for Fuzzy Theory and Intelligent Informatics (SOFT), Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University (GPNU), the Singapore Industrial Automation Association (SIAA), and the Center of Excellence 21-Agent Based Social Science Systems (COE21-ABSSS). The third ISCIIA will be held in 2008 in Dali, China, and we look forward to the advances in computational intelligence technology and its novel applications that this even...<more>
Paper: pp. 4-9
Detection Algorithm for Real Surveillance Cameras Using Geographic Information
Abstract
Yutaka Hatakeyama, Akimichi Mitsuta, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 10-15
Intelligent Information Presentation Corresponding to User Request Based on Collaboration Between Text and 2D Charts
Abstract
Chiaki Watanabe and Ichiro Kobayashi
Paper: pp. 16-25
Tracking of Multiple Moving Objects in Dynamic Image of Omni-Directional Camera Using PHD Filter
Abstract
Norikazu Ikoma, Ryuichi Yamaguchi, Hideaki Kawano, and Hiroshi Maeda
Paper: pp. 26-31
Mining Association Rules from TV Watching Log for TV Program Recommendation
Abstract
Yasufumi Takama and Shunichi Hattori
Paper: pp. 32-40
Eye Position Estimation During Sleep Using Infrared Video in Functional MRI
Abstract
Syoji Kobashi, Yuji Yahata, Shigeyuki Kan, Masaya Misaki, Takahiko Koike, Katsuya Kondo, Satoru Miyauchi, and Yutaka Hata
Paper: pp. 41-47
Generation System of Attractive Summary of Story
Abstract
Shunsuke Nakano and Takehisa Onisawa
Paper: pp. 48-55
Printing Pressure State Inspection System Based on Fuzzy Inference
Abstract
Jianping Jing, Fangyan Dong, Yutaka Hatakeyama, Yasufumi Takama, Toru Yamaguchi, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 57-62
Effects of Initialization on Rule Extraction in Structural Learning
Abstract
Hiroshi Shiratsuchi, Hiromu Gotanda, Katsuhiro Inoue, and Kousuke Kumamaru
Paper: pp. 63-76
A Genetic Network Programming Based Method to Mine Generalized Association Rules with Ontology
Abstract
Guangfei Yang, Kaoru Shimada, Shingo Mabu, Kotaro Hirasawa, and Jinglu Hu
Paper: pp. 77-84
Verifying the Reliability of Web Services Interactions for the Robot Communication Platform
Abstract
Masahiko Narita, Makiko Shimamura, Sadao Yashiro, Kazunori Iwasa, and Toru Yamaguchi
Paper: pp. 85-93
A Global Optimization Method RasID-GA for Neural Network Training
Abstract
Dongkyu Sohn, Shingo Mabu, Kaoru Shimada, Kotaro Hirasawa, and Jinglu Hu
Paper: pp. 94-101
Support Vector Machine Classifier with WHM Offset for Unbalanced Data
Abstract
Boyang Li, Jinglu Hu, and Kotaro Hirasawa

Vol.11 (2007)

No.10

(Dec)

Selected Papers from InTech'05

Selected Papers from InTech'05

Editorial: pp. 1175-1176
Selected Papers from InTech'05
Jirapun Daengdej, Pratit Santiprabhob, Hung T. Nguyen, and Vladik Kreinovich
The main objective of the annual International Conference on Intelligent Technologies (InTech) is to bring together researchers and practitioners who implement intelligent and fuzzy technologies in real-world environment. The Sixth International Conference on Intelligent Technologies InTech was held in Phuket, Thailand, on December 14-16, 2005. Topics of InTech'05 included mathematical foundations of intelligent technologies, traditional Artificial Intelligent techniques, uncertainty processing and methods of soft computing, learning/adaptive systems/data mining, and applications of intelligent technologies. This special issue contains extended versions of 11 selected papers originally presented at InTech'05. These papers cover most of the topics of the conference. Several papers describe intelligent applications of traditional data processing and signal processing techniques. H. Sawada et al. use advanced signal processing techniques to separate it sounds coming from different directions and thus, to enable user to it control robots by voice in noisy environments. N. Theera-Umpon uses a techniques of selecting a Region of Interest to enhance the behavior of the signal processing techniques when it detecting buried landmines. N. Shigei et al. describe innovative vector quantization technique which improve it image compression. T. A. Duong et al. use entropy approach to automatically it detect different it chemicals in the air. A few papers describe new applications of fuzzy and computing-with-words techniques. J. Han et al. describe how fuzzy it clustering techniques can be enhanced when we take into account that different factors may have different importance and thus, must be taken with different weights. J. Y. Zhang et al. show how fuzzy techniques – specifically, fuzzy causal models – can improve the efficiency of computer systems for it e-commerce. I. Kobayashi et al. use a new techniques (similar to computing with words) that helps to it personalize help for software users. Several papers take into account that in real life, knowledge is it hierarchical, and decision making and control are also hierarc...<more>
Paper: pp. 1177-1183
A Robotic Auditory System that Interacts with Musical Sounds and Human Voices
Abstract
Hideyuki Sawada and Toshiya Takechi
Paper: pp. 1184-1188
Unexploded Ordnance Detection Using Region of Interest in Range Domain of Ground Penetrating Radar
Abstract
Nipon Theera-Umpon
Paper: pp. 1189-1196
Effective Multiple Vector Quantization for Image Compression
Abstract
Noritaka Shigei, Hiromi Miyajima, Michiharu Maeda, and Lixin Ma
Paper: pp. 1197-1203
Space Invariant Independent Component Analysis and ENose for Detection of Selective Chemicals in an Unknown Environment
Abstract
Tuan A. Duong, Margaret A. Ryan, and Vu A. Duong
Paper: pp. 1204-1208
An Iterative Approach for Fuzzy Clustering Based on Feature Significance
Abstract
Jianchao Han and Mohsen Beheshti
Paper: pp. 1209-1215
A Qualitative Model for Service Oriented Computing
Abstract
Jian Ying Zhang, Hepu Deng, and Ryszard Kowalczyk
Paper: pp. 1216-1223
Intelligent Help System that Synchronizes Application Software Operation: Toward Intelligent Tailor-Made Information Provision
Abstract
Ichiro Kobayashi and Tomoko Tsunawaki
Paper: pp. 1224-1231
Robust Non-Overshoot Time Responses Using Cascade Sliding Mode-PID Control
Abstract
Thanh H. Tran, Quang P. Ha, and Hung T. Nguyen
Paper: pp. 1232-1240
A Model of Hierarchical Knowledge Representation – Toward Knowware for Intelligent Systems
Abstract
Liya Ding
Paper: pp. 1241-1249
Distance Field Model Concept for Space Representation
Abstract
Yasuyuki Murai, Suguru Asaoka, Hiroyuki Tsuji, Hisayuki Tatsumi, and Shinji Tokumasu
Paper: pp. 1250-1261
State-Transition Computation Models and Program Correctness Thereon
Abstract
Kiyoshi Akama and Ekawit Nantajeewarawat
Paper: pp. 1262-1273
Graph/Knot Theoretical Analysis and Generation for Impossible Figures
Abstract
Kento Tarui, Fangyan Dong, Yutaka Hatakeyama, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 1274-1280
Joint Attention Between a Human Being and a Partner Robot Based on Computational Intelligence
Abstract
Naoyuki Kubota, Toshiyuki Shimizu, and Minoru Abe

No.9

(Nov)

Special Issue on IEEE-ICCC 2006

Special Issue on IEEE-ICCC 2006

Editorial: p. 1061
IEEE-ICCC 2006
Béla Pátkai, J. A. Tenreiro Machado, and Imre J. Rudas
The study of systems and complexity has taken an intriguing route in the last hundred years, involved some of the most fascinating scientists, synthesised new fields of research and found novel applications requiring a fresh and revolutionary approach. Computational Cybernetics is a pragmatic response for the needs of engineering and social systems that integrates Cybernetics with Computational Intelligence. The IEEE International Conference on Computational Cybernetics (IEEE ICCC) has been successfully promoting the open-minded but scientifically sound integration of advanced mathematical and systems engineering methods in multidisciplinary domains since 2003. This special issue is a selection of the most characteristic and instructive papers from the previous IEEE ICCC conference, held in the summer of 2006 in Tallinn, Estonia. All of the papers in this issue represent vividly the broad scope and integrating nature of Computational Cybernetics. As Tar et al. notes in the first paper, a century-old conjecture of Hilbert solved fifty years ago can help us build new solutions in the 21st century in the field of nonlinear system control. In the same way each of the following papers represent a bridge between analogies from nature, computational methods and challenging multidisciplinary problems – helping us to convey our message to the professional audience of this journal. The special issue editors would like to thank the authors of the papers in this issue, the participants of the IEEE ICCC conferences for contributing to its stimulating, multidisciplinary environment and the professional support of the Journal editors and their staff.
Paper: pp. 1062-1071
Comparison of Fractional Robust- and Fixed Point Transformations- Based Adaptive Compensation of Dynamic Friction
Abstract
József K. Tar, Imre J. Rudas, and Béla Pátkai
Paper: pp. 1072-1078
Fractional Control of Coordinated Manipulators
Abstract
N. M. Fonseca Ferreira and J. A. Tenreiro Machado
Paper: pp. 1079-1085
Experimental Signal Analysis of Robot Impacts in a Fractional Calculus Perspective
Abstract
Miguel F. M. Lima, J. A. Tenreiro Machado, and Manuel Crisóstomo
Paper: pp. 1086-1091
Application of Fractional Calculus in the Control of Heat Systems
Abstract
Isabel S. Jesus and J. A. Tenreiro Machado
Paper: pp. 1092-1098
Optimization of Genetic Operators for Scheduling Problems
Abstract
António Ferrolho and Manuel Crisóstomo
Paper: pp. 1099-1106
Research on the Sheepdog Problem Using Cellular Automata
Abstract
Yoshinobu Adachi and Masayoshi Kakikura
Paper: pp. 1107-1113
Supporting Lifecycle Management of Product Data by Organized Descriptions and Behavior Definitions of Engineering Objects
Abstract
László Horváth
Paper: pp. 1114-1121
Feedback Control of an Inverted Pendulum by Use of Artificial Intelligence
Abstract
Webjørn Rekdalsbakken
Paper: pp. 1122-1127
Computational Intelligence in Circuit Synthesis
Abstract
Cecília Reis and J. A. Tenreiro Machado
Paper: pp. 1129-1135
Estimation of Protein Function Using Optimized Finite State Automaton Based on Accumulated Amino Acid Residue Scores
Abstract
Shinji Chiba and Ken Sugawara
Paper: pp. 1136-1143
Arbitrary-Shaped Cluster Separation Using One-Dimensional Data Mapping and Histogram Segmentation
Abstract
Seiji Hotta, Senya Kiyasu, and Sueharu Miyahara
Paper: pp. 1144-1148
Generalized Predictive Control in Flying Shear Equipment
Abstract
Jiun-Yaw Wang, Mao-Lin Chen, and Ching-Long Shih
Paper: pp. 1149-1158
Double-Deck Elevator Group Supervisory Control System Using Genetic Network Programming with Ant Colony Optimization with Evaporation
Abstract
Lu Yu, Jin Zhou, Shingo Mabu, Kotaro Hirasawa, Jinglu Hu, and Sandor Markon
Paper: pp. 1159-1164
Semi-Supervised Pattern Classification Utilizing Fuzzy Clustering and Nonlinear Mapping of Data
Abstract
Weiwei Du and Kiichi Urahama
Paper: pp. 1165-1172
Predictive Control of Harmonic Drive in Automotive Application
Abstract
Ádam Varga and Béla Lantos

No.8

(Oct)

Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2006 – No.3

Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2006 – No.3

Editorial: p. 883
Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2006 – No.3
Yasuhisa Hasegawa
This third special issue on papers from SCIS&ISIS 2006 draws its contents from a highly successful conference attracting 526 participants from 31 countries and 464 original papers, including 297 in 60 organized sessions. The invaluable contributions by the session organizers made this conference attractive and worthwhile in soft computing and advanced intelligent systems research. Having chaired the conference's organized session committee, I wish to express my gratitude for their assistance. Some 42 selected papers have already been published in Volumes 1 and 2 of this special issue (Vol.11, Nos.6 and 7). The present volume introduces 22 papers from organized sessions in extended form after preliminary selection and review by session organizers, chairs, and international SCIS&ISIS 2006 program committees. These papers cover fields related to intelligent systems, ranging from theoretical to practical issues such as self-organizing maps, neural networks, fuzzy clustering, fuzzy control, intelligent robots, secure smart spaces, data mining, and intelligent communication systems. The guest editors believe that readers will be inspired by these highly interesting papers, which contain clues to exploring new and seminal ideas for that next step in research. I thank all of the authors and reviewers for the time and effort they put into this special issue. I am grateful to Prof. Toshio Fukuda of Nagoya University and to Prof. Kaoru Hirota of the Tokyo Institute of Technology for the opportunity to take part in this work.
Paper: pp. 884-890
Maintaining Individual Diversity by Fuzzy c -Means Selection
Abstract
Yoshiaki Sakakura, Noriyuki Taniguchi, Yukinobu Hoshino, and Katsuari Kamei
Paper: pp. 891-896
A Joint-Receipt Conjoint Structure and its Additive Representation
Abstract
Yutaka Matsushita
Paper: pp. 897-904
Fuzzy Clustering Based on Total Uncertainty Degree
Abstract
Tomohito Esaki, Tomonori Hashiyama, and Yahachiro Tsukamoto
Paper: pp. 905-913
Evolution and Learning Mediated by Differences in Developmental Timing
Abstract
Kei Ohnishi, Masato Uchida, and Yuji Oie
Paper: pp. 914-921
Fuzzy Activity Network Method for Project Scheduling Under Resource Constraints
Abstract
Luong Duc Long and Ario Ohsato
Paper: pp. 922-930
Adjustability of Neural Networks with Variant Connection Weights for Obstacle Avoidance in an Intelligent Wheelchair
Abstract
Toshihiko Yasuda, Hajime Tanaka, Kazushi Nakamura, and Katsuyuki Tanaka
Paper: pp. 931-936
Soft-Target-Based Predictive Fuzzy Control for a Cart-Pendulum System with Dynamic Constraints
Abstract
Yougen Chen and Seiji Yasunobu
Paper: pp. 937-945
Hardware Feedback Self-Organizing Map and its Application to Mobile Robot Location Identification
Abstract
Hiroomi Hikawa, Kazutoshi Harada, and Takenori Hirabayashi
Paper: pp. 946-955
The Design of Central Pattern Generators Based on the Matsuoka Oscillator to Generate Rhythmic Human-Like Movement for Biped Robots
Abstract
Guang Lei Liu, Maki K. Habib, Keigo Watanabe, and Kiyotaka Izumi
Paper: pp. 956-963
Particle Swarm Optimization for Jump Height Maximization of a Serial Link Robot
Abstract
Takeshi Matsui, Masatoshi Sakawa, Takeshi Uno, Kosuke Kato, Mitsuru Higashimori, and Makoto Kaneko
Paper: pp. 964-971
Motion Overlap for a Mobile Robot to Express its Mind
Abstract
Kazuki Kobayashi and Seiji Yamada
Paper: pp. 972-978
A Hybrid Learning Strategy for Real Hardware of Swing-Up Pendulum
Abstract
Shingo Nakamura, Ryo Saegusa, and Shuji Hashimoto
Paper: pp. 979-988
Realization of Rapid Movement for Legged Entertainment Robots Using Two New Actuators, the Inertia Actuator and the Cam Charger
Abstract
Amir Ali Forough Nassiraei, Kazuo Ishii, Seiji Masakado, Takayuki Matsuo, Kodai Ichikawa, Hajime Fukushima, Masayuki Murata, Takashi Sonoda, Isao Takahira, and Tsutomu Miki
Paper: pp. 989-997
Acquisition of Behavioral Patterns Depends on Self-Embodiment Based on Robot Learning Under Multiple Instructors
Abstract
Masato Kotake, Daisuke Katagami, and Katsumi Nitta
Paper: pp. 998-1006
Training of Agent Positioning Using Human’s Instruction
Abstract
Hidehisa Akiyama, Daisuke Katagami, and Katsumi Nitta
Paper: pp. 1007-1014
Anthropomorphization Framework for Human-Object Communication
Abstract
Hirotaka Osawa, Jun Mukai, and Michita Imai
Paper: pp. 1015-1022
A Proposal of a Language-Based Context-Sensitive Programming System
Abstract
Toru Sugimoto, Noriko Ito, and Shino Iwashita
Paper: pp. 1023-1029
Towards Building Secure Smart Spaces for Information Security in the Physical World
Abstract
Shun Hattori and Katsumi Tanaka
Paper: pp. 1030-1042
Downsized Evolutionary Video Processing for Lips Tracking and Data Acquisition
Abstract
Takuya Akashi, Yuji Wakasa, Kanya Tanaka, Stephen Karungaru, and Minoru Fukumi
Paper: pp. 1043-1048
Forest and Field Fire Search System Using MODIS Data
Abstract
Eiji Nunohiro, Kei Katayama, Kenneth J. Mackin, and Jong Geol Park
Paper: pp. 1049-1058
Use of Fuzzy Neural Network in Diagnosing Postmenopausal Women with Osteoporosis Based on Dental Panoramic Radiographs
Abstract
Agus Zainal Arifin, Akira Asano, Akira Taguchi, Takashi Nakamoto, Masahiko Ohtsuka, Mikio Tsuda, Yoshiki Kudo, and Keiji Tanimoto

No.7

(Sep)

Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2006 – No.2

Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2006 – No.2

Editorial: p. 727
Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2006 – No.2
Hajime Nobuhara
As mentioned in the editorial for the special issue on selected papers from SCIS & ISIS 2006 (No.1) by Dr. Naoyuki Kubota, the 3rd International Conference on Soft Computing and Intelligent Systems (SCIS) and the 7th International Symposium on Advanced Intelligent Systems (ISIS) have been highly successful with 464 original papers accepted for presentation and participants numbering 526. We have selected approximately 50 quality papers to be published in extended form in the Special Issue of the Journal of Advanced Computational Intelligence and Intelligent Informatics, following publication of the first volume (Vol.11, No.6) comprising 23 papers. This second volume of the SCIS & ISIS 2006 special issue includes 19 papers covering the cutting edge of computational intelligence, and the guest editors believe that readers will be inspired by the highly interesting contents containing clues to the new frontier of the computational intelligence. linebreak Related areas include image processing, control, sensor fusion, data/context/
network analysis, genetic algorithms, ontology, VHDL, game theory, and robotics among others.smallskip I would like to thank all the authors and reviewers for their valuable contributions in making this volume possible. I am also grateful to Editors-in-Chief Prof. Toshio Fukuda of Nagoya University and Prof. Kaoru Hirota of the Tokyo Institute of Technology, Dr. Toshiaki Murofushi who served as general chair of SICS & ISIS 2006, Dr. Naoyuki Kubota who was the SCIS & ISIS 2006 program chair, and the SCIS & ISIS 2006 conference staff for inviting me to serve as Guest Editor of this Journal. Last, I would like to thank the Fuji Technology Press staff, especially Dr. Kazuki Ohmori.
Paper: pp. 728-734
Access Control and Scalable Encryption Using a Stream Cipher for JPEG 2000 Encoded Images
Abstract
Ayman Haggag, Mohamed Ghoneim, Jianming Lu, and Takashi Yahagi
Paper: pp. 735-744
Fuzzy Sensor Fusion for Humanitarian Demining
Abstract
Zakarya Zyada, Yasuhiro Kawai, Takayuki Matsuno, and Toshio Fukuda
Paper: pp. 745-750
Robust Output Feedback Guaranteed Cost Control of Uncertain Fuzzy Systems with Immeasurable Premise Variables
Abstract
Jun Yoneyama
Paper: pp. 751-758
A Pseudo Data Generation Method and a Two-Stage Quantitation Method for Simultaneous Determination Sensor of Nucleotide Derivatives
Abstract
Akito Fukuda, Sayaka Kondo, Kenichi Maruyama, Koji Suzuki, and Masafumi Hagiwara
Paper: pp. 759-766
Generation of Interesting Story from Picture Information
Abstract
Shigeru Kato and Takehisa Onisawa
Paper: pp. 767-771
Applying SIP VoIP to Context-Aware Telephony
Abstract
Hsien-Chang Wang, Gu-Jun Chen, and Jenq-Muh Hsu
Paper: pp. 772-779
Network Analysis of the Four Gospels and the Catechism of the Catholic Church
Abstract
Hajime Murai and Akifumi Tokosumi
Paper: pp. 780-786
Neural Network Model for Word Sense Disambiguation Using Up/Down State and Morphoelectrotonic Transform
Abstract
Norifumi Watanabe and Shun Ishizaki
Paper: pp. 787-792
Handwriting Recognition Applications for Tablet PCs
Abstract
Dat Tran, Wanli Ma, and Dharmendra Sharma
Paper: pp. 793-802
Genetic Algorithm for the Optimization of Collaborative Systems
Abstract
Tad Gonsalves, Shinichiro Baba, and Kiyoshi Itoh
Paper: pp. 803-816
Coincidence-Based Scoring of Mappings in Ontology Alignment
Abstract
Seyed H. Haeri (Hossein), Hassan Abolhassani, Vahed Qazvinian, and Babak Bagheri Hariri
Paper: pp. 817-824
Automatic Generation of VHDL for Control Logic of Air Conditioning Using Evolutionary Computation
Abstract
Kazuyuki Kojima and Keiichi Watanuki
Paper: pp. 825-832
A Study on Modeling Error Estimation for Mobile Robot Based on Coevolutionary Computation and Image Processing
Abstract
Halpage Chinthaka Nuwandika Premachandra, Hiroharu Kawanaka, Tomohiro Yoshikawa, Shinji Tsuruoka, and Tsuyoshi Shinogi
Paper: pp. 833-841
In What Sense is “the Prisoner’s Dilemma Game” a Dilemma for a Human or a Programmed Agent?
Abstract
Shihomi Wada and Keiji Suzuki
Paper: pp. 842-847
Knowledge Engineering and Embedded Systems Software: Educational Challenges
Abstract
Kosuke Imamura
Paper: pp. 848-857
Local Character Tensors for 3D Registration Method on Free-View Datasets
Abstract
Jingjing Wang, Fangyan Dong, Yutaka Hatakeyama, Hajime Nobuhara, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 858-866
Network Distributed Monitoring System for Home Service Robots Based on RT Middleware
Abstract
Songmin Jia, Harunori Gakuhari, and Kunikatsu Takase
Paper: pp. 867-874
Analyzing Usage of Indoor Space from Ecological Aspects Based on Constraint-Oriented Fuzzy Sets
Abstract
Tomoko Ohya, Masanori Shimamoto, Takayuki Shiose, Hiroshi Kawakami, and Osamu Katai
Paper: pp. 875-879
Controlling Bus Suspension Using an Optimal Fuzzy Controller
Abstract
Tadeo Armenta and Miguel Strefezza

No.6

(Jul)

Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2006 – No.1

Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2006 – No.1

Editorial: p. 535
Selected Papers from SCIS & ISIS 2006 – No.1
Naoyuki Kubota
SCIS & ISIS is a biennial international joint conference in the field of soft computing and intelligent systems, including branches of researches from fuzzy systems, neural networks, evolutionary computation, multi-agent systems, artificial intelligence or robotics. SCIS & ISIS 2006 falls on the 3rd International Conference on Soft Computing and Intelligent Systems (SCIS) and the 7th International Symposium on Advanced Intelligent Systems (ISIS) held at Tokyo Institute of Technology, in Tokyo, Japan, on September 20-24, 2006. In this conference, 464 original papers were accepted for presentation and the number of attendees was 526. After preliminary selection and review made by the session chairs and the International Program Committees of SCIS & ISIS 2006, we have selected more than 50 papers to be published in extended form in the Special Issue of the Journal of Advanced Computational Intelligence and Intelligent Informatics. The accepted papers are published as the special issues in Vol.11, No.6, 7, and 8 in 2007. This current issue presents 23 papers and covers most of the topics of the conference including fuzzy theories, self-organizing maps, and the optimization of neural networks. The learning and search methods in computational intelligence and real-world applications to image processing, robotics and manufacturing systems are highlighted in this current issue. I would like to thank all the authors and reviewers for their contribution to make this special issue possible. I am also grateful to Prof. Toshio Fukuda, Nagoya University and Prof. Kaoru Hirota, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Editors-in-chief, for inviting me to serve as Guest Editor of this Journal.
Paper: pp. 536-545
Fuzzy Concept Lattices Constrained by Hedges
Abstract
Radim Belohlavek and Vilem Vychodil
Paper: pp. 546-553
Constructing Cost-Sensitive Fuzzy-Rule-Based Systems for Pattern Classification Problems
Abstract
Tomoharu Nakashima, Yasuyuki Yokota, Hisao Ishibuchi, Gerald Schaefer, Aleš Drastich, and Michal Závišek
Paper: pp. 554-560
Unsupervised and Semi-Supervised Graph-Spectral Algorithms for Robust Extraction of Arbitrarily Shaped Fuzzy Clusters
Abstract
Weiwei Du and Kiichi Urahama
Paper: pp. 561-569
Analysis of New Aggregation Operators: Mean 3Π
Abstract
Andrei Doncescu, Sebastien Regis, Katsumi Inoue, and Richard Emilion
Paper: pp. 570-581
A Backward Feature Selection by Creating Compact Neural Network Using Coherence Learning and Pruning
Abstract
Md. Monirul Kabir, Md. Shahjahan, and Kazuyuki Murase
Paper: pp. 582-592
A Minimal Neural Network Ensemble Construction Method: A Constructive Approach
Abstract
M. A. H. Akhand and Kazuyuki Murase
Paper: pp. 593-599
An Optimal Design Method for Artificial Neural Networks by Using the Design of Experiments
Abstract
Eiichi Inohira and Hirokazu Yokoi
Paper: pp. 600-609
Improved Estimation of Embedding Parameters of Nonlinear Time Series by Structural Learning of Neural Network with Fuzzy Regularizer
Abstract
Yusuke Manabe and Basabi Chakraborty
Paper: pp. 610-619
Self-Organizing Fusion Neural Networks
Abstract
Jung-Hua Wang, Chun-Shun Tseng, Sih-Yin Shen, and Ya-Yun Jheng
Paper: pp. 620-625
Neighbor Size of Initial Node Exchange and its Influence for SOM Learning
Abstract
Tsutomu Miyoshi
Paper: pp. 626-632
Self-Organizing Map with Generating and Moving Neurons in Visible Space
Abstract
Kanta Tachibana and Takeshi Furuhashi
Paper: pp. 633-640
Context Dependent Automatic Textile Image Annotation Using Networked Knowledge
Abstract
Yosuke Furukawa, Yusuke Kamoi, Tatsuya Sato, and Tomohiro Takagi
Paper: pp. 641-647
Dyadic Curvelet Transform (DClet) for Image Noise Reduction
Abstract
Marjan Sedighi Anaraki, Fangyan Dong, Hajime Nobuhara, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 648-654
Edge Detection Model Based on Involuntary Tremors and Drifts of the Eye
Abstract
András Róka, Ádám Csapó, Barna Reskó, and Péter Baranyi
Paper: pp. 655-661
A Method to Estimate the Multimedia Communication Bands Based upon Multi-Order Markov Model
Abstract
Tetsuya Kojima, Lkhamsuren Enkhtur, Akiko Fujiwara, and Masahiro Aono
Paper: pp. 662-667
Fuzzy Observable Markov Models for Pattern Recognition
Abstract
Dat Tran, Wanli Ma, and Dharmendra Sharma
Paper: pp. 668-676
Reinforcement Learning for Penalty Avoidance in Continuous State Spaces
Abstract
Kazuteru Miyazaki and Shigenobu Kobayashi
Paper: pp. 677-680
Advanced Genetic Algorithms Based on Adaptive Partitioning Method
Abstract
Chang-Wook Han and Hajime Nobuhara
Paper: pp. 681-687
Human Head Tracking Based on Particle Swarm Optimization and Genetic Algorithm
Abstract
Indra Adji Sulistijono and Naoyuki Kubota
Paper: pp. 688-700
Multiresolutional Fusion of Perceptions Applied to Robot Navigation
Abstract
Özer Ciftcioglu, Michael S. Bittermann, and I. Sevil Sariyildiz
Paper: pp. 701-708
GML Topology Data Storage Schema Design
Abstract
Yuzhen Li, Jianming Lu, Jihong Guan, Mingying Fan, Ayman Haggag, and Takashi Yahagi
Paper: pp. 709-714
Implementation of Fixed-Point Control Algorithms Based on the Modified Delta Operator and Form for Intelligent Systems
Abstract
Tatsu Aoki
Paper: pp. 715-723
Advanced Multiple Product Flexible Manufacturing System Modelling Using Coloured Petri Net
Abstract
Tauseef Aized, Koji Takahashi, and Ichiro Hagiwara

No.5

(Jun)

Regular papers

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 445-451
Color Restoration Algorithm Based on Color Instance Under Low Illumination
Abstract
Yutaka Hatakeyama, Akimichi Mitsuta, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 452-456
Generalized Net Model of Auditory Information Processing
Abstract
Vihren E. Chakarov, Krassimir T. Atanassov , and Anthony G. Shannon
Paper: pp. 457-463
Unfolding of Massive Laundry and Classification Types by Dual Manipulator
Abstract
Fumiaki Osawa, Hiroaki Seki, and Yoshitsugu Kamiya
Paper: pp. 464-468
Key Characteristics of Hymns
Abstract
Tatsuo Kamitani and Minoru Matsuda
Paper: pp. 469-477
Optimization Method RasID-GA for Numerical Constrained Optimization Problems
Abstract
Dongkyu Sohn, Shingo Mabu, Kotaro Hirasawa, and Jinglu Hu
Paper: pp. 478-490
Expanding Transformation: A Basis for Correctness Verification of Rewriting Rules
Abstract
Ekawit Nantajeewarawat, Kiyoshi Akama, and Hidekatsu Koike
Paper: pp. 491-501
Discrimination of Sidewalk Surface Condition Based on Image Textures and Meteorological Information
Abstract
Handri Santoso and Kazuo Nakamura
Paper: pp. 502-510
A Generalized Inference Method for Fuzzy Quantified and Truth-Qualified Natural Language Propositions
Abstract
Wataru Okamoto, Shun’ichi Tano, Atsushi Inoue, and Ryosuke Fujioka
Paper: pp. 511-521
Classifying 3D Real-World Texture Images by Combining Maximum Response 8, 4th Order of Auto Correlation and Colortons
Abstract
Aram Kawewong and Osamu Hasegawa
Paper: pp. 522-532
Interpretable Fuzzy Rules Acquisition of Coupled System Using Interactive Genetic Algorithms
Abstract
Dun-Yong Lu and Takehisa Onisawa

No.4

(Apr)

Selected Papers from TAAI2005

Selected Papers from TAAI2005

Editorial: p. 357
Selected Papers from TAAI2005
Wen-Yang Lin, Tzung-Pei Hong, and Shyi-Ming Chen
The annual Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Applications (TAAI), held in Taiwan and hosted by the Taiwanese Association of Artificial Intelligence and other academic institution, has expanded to an international forum following the success of its previous nine conferences. It hopes to bring together researchers and scholars in all areas of artificial intelligence from leading institutes and industries worldwide to exchange ideas on these hi-tech fields. Over 200 papers and 6 special issues consisting of 30 invited papers were presented, making TAAI 2005 the greatest in the TAAI series. This special issue presents 11 papers from this prestigious event, each of which has received outstanding recommendations from the reviewers and has been revised by authors for this publication. These papers detail a variety of applications of different artificial intelligent technologies, ranging from nonlinear programming, data classification, dynamic knowledge acquisition, and complex time-series prediction to liver disease classification and automatic Chinese text summarization. Some also deal with theoretical aspect of intelligent technologies, including genetic algorithms, neural networks, support vector machines, ant-colony algorithms, and pseudo-Boolean functions. This issue thus concisely summarizes recent advances in artificial intelligence and its applications. We are sure that you will find it a valuable resource in the AI research community, and hope that it will inspire our readers in the development of new applications and advanced intelligent systems. As guest editors of this special issue, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to all of the authors for contributing their work to this special issue and to thank the referees for their untiring efforts to complete reviews within a limited time. Thanks also go to Mr. Kazuki Ohmori of Fuji Technology Press for his kind assistance in the publication of this special issue. Last but not least, we thank JACIII Editor-in-Chief Kaoru Hirota for the enthusiastic hospitality with which JACIII has supported this special issue.
Paper: pp. 358-364
Real-Coded Genetic Algorithm for Solving Generalized Polynomial Programming Problems
Abstract
Jui-Yu Wu and Yun-Kung Chung
Paper: pp. 365-372
A Novel Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System with Multi-Level Membership Function for Classification Applications
Abstract
Cheng-Jian Lin, Chi-Yung Lee, and Cheng-Hung Chen
Paper: pp. 373-380
Capturing Evolutional Knowledge Using Time Interval Tracing
Abstract
Shun-Chieh Lin, Chia-Wen Teng, and Shian-Shyong Tseng
Paper: pp. 381-388
A Hybrid System ASVR/NGARCH Tuned by Quantum-Based Minimization to Improve Forecasting Accuracy
Abstract
Bao Rong Chang
Paper: pp. 389-395
Classification Rule Extraction Based on Relevant, Irredundant Attributes and Rule Enlargement
Abstract
George Lashkia, Laurence Anthony, and Hiroyasu Koshimizu
Paper: pp. 396-402
Classification of Liver Disease from CT Images Using a Support Vector Machine
Abstract
Chien-Cheng Lee, Sz-Han Chen, and Yu-Chun Chiang
Paper: pp. 403-409
Asymptotic Behavior of Linear Approximations of Pseudo-Boolean Functions
Abstract
Guoli Ding, Robert F. Lax, Peter Chen, and Jianhua Chen
Paper: pp. 410-415
Dynamically Adjusting Migration Rates for Multi-Population Genetic Algorithms
Abstract
Tzung-Pei Hong, Wen-Yang Lin, Shu-Min Liu, and Jiann-Horng Lin
Paper: pp. 416-422
Automatic Extraction of Key Sentences via Word Sense Identification for Chinese Text Summarization
Abstract
Yau-Hwang Kuo and Hsun-Hui Huang
Paper: pp. 423-432
Mining Fuzzy Association Rules on Has-A and Is-A Hierarchical Structures
Abstract
Been-Chian Chien, Ming-Huang Zhong, and Jeng-Jung Wang
Paper: pp. 433-442
Improving Ant Colony Optimization Algorithms for Solving Traveling Salesman Problems
Abstract
Kuo-Sheng Hung, Shun-Feng Su, and Zne-Jung Lee

No.3

(Mar)

Special Issue on Advances in Intelligent Data Processing

Special Issue on Advances in Intelligent Data Processing

Editorial: pp. 259-260
Advances in Intelligent Data Processing
Kok Wai Wong, Tamás Gedeon, and Chun Che Fung
Technological advancement using intelligent techniques has provided solutions to many applications in diverse engineering disciplines. In application areas such as web mining, image processing, medical, and robotics, just one intelligent data processing technique may be inadequate for handling a task, and a combination or hybrid of intelligent data processing techniques becomes necessary. The sharp increase in activities in the development of innovative intelligent data processing technologies also attracted the interest of many researchers in applying intelligent data processing techniques in other application domains. In this special issue, we presented 12 research papers focusing on different aspects of intelligent data processing and its applications. We start with a paper entitled "An Activity Monitor Design Based on Wavelet Analysis and Wireless Sensor Networks," which focuses on using wavelet analysis and wireless sensor networks for monitoring the human physical condition. The second paper, "An Approach in Designing Hierarchy of Fuzzy Behaviors for Mobile Robot Navigation," presents a hierarchical approach using fuzzy theory to assist in the task of mobile robot navigation. It also discusses the design of hierarchical behavior of mobile robots using sensors. The third paper, "Toward Natural Communication: Human-Robot Gestural Interaction Using Pointing," also works with robots focusing more on the interaction between users and robots in which the robot recognizes pointing by a human user through intelligent data processing. The fourth paper, "Embodied Conversational Agents for H5N1 Pandemic Crisis," examines the use of intelligent software bots as an interaction tool for crisis communication. linebreaknewpage The work is based on a novel Automated Knowledge Extraction Agent (AKEA). There are many interests of using intelligent data processing techniques for image processing and analysis, as shown in the next few papers. The fifth paper, "A Feature Vector Approach for Inter-Query Learning for Content-Based Image Retrieval," presents relevance feedback based technique for content based image retrieval. It extends ...<more>
Paper: pp. 261-267
An Activity Monitor Design Based on Wavelet Analysis and Wireless Sensor Networks
Abstract
Qian Tian, Long Xie, and Noriyoshi Yamauchi
Paper: pp. 268-275
An Approach in Designing Hierarchy of Fuzzy Behaviors for Mobile Robot Navigation
Abstract
Long Thanh Ngo, Long The Pham, Phuong Hoang Nguyen, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 276-281
Toward Natural Communication: Human-Robot Gestural Interaction Using Pointing
Abstract
Eri Sato, Aika Nakajima, Jun Nakazato, and Toru Yamaguchi
Paper: pp. 282-288
Embodied Conversational Agents for H5N1 Pandemic Crisis
Abstract
Ong Sing Goh, Chun Che Fung, Kok Wai Wong, and Arnold Depickere
Paper: pp. 289-293
A Feature Vector Approach for Inter-Query Learning for Content-Based Image Retrieval
Abstract
Kien-Ping Chung and Chun Che Fung
Paper: pp. 294-300
Abstract Image Generation Based on Local Similarity Pattern
Abstract
Yasufumi Takama and Keisuke Shigemori
Paper: pp. 301-307
Cross-Resolution Image Similarity Modeling
Abstract
Mladen Jović, Yutaka Hatakeyama, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 308-311
Bayesian Spatial Autoregressive for Reducing Blurring Effect in Image
Abstract
Siana Halim
Paper: pp. 312-318
Logistic GMDH-Type Neural Network and its Application to Identification of X-Ray Film Characteristic Curve
Abstract
Tadashi Kondo and Junji Ueno
Paper: pp. 319-326
Classification of Online Game Players Using Action Transition Probability and Kullback Leibler Entropy
Abstract
Ruck Thawonmas and Ji-Young Ho
Paper: pp. 327-334
Parallel Learning Model and Topological Measurement for Self-Organizing Maps
Abstract
Michiharu Maeda, Hiromi Miyajima, and Noritaka Shigei
Paper: pp. 335-341
Optimal Size Fuzzy Models
Abstract
Tamás D. Gedeon, László T. Kóczy, and Alessandro Zorat
Paper: pp. 343-353
Adaptation and Self-Adaptation Mechanisms in Genetic Network Programming for Mining Association Rules
Abstract
Karla Taboada, Eloy Gonzales, Kaoru Shimada, Shingo Mabu, Kotaro Hirasawa, and Jinglu Hu

No.2

(Feb)

Regular papers

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 135-141
Avoidance Ability of Redundant Mobile Manipulators During Hand Trajectory Tracking
Abstract
Mamoru Minami, Hiroshi Tanaka, and Yasushi Mae
Paper: pp. 142-148
Adaptive Action Selection of Body Expansion Behavior in Multi-Robot System Using Communication
Abstract
Tomohisa Fujiki, Kuniaki Kawabata, and Hajime Asama
Paper: pp. 149-154
A Semantic Concept Operation Based on Fuzzy Document Ordering System and its Application to Reuter Database
Abstract
Tadashi Ohashi, Hajime Nobuhara, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 155-161
Reinforcement Learning Scheme for Flocking Behavior Emergence
Abstract
Koichiro Morihiro, Teijiro Isokawa, Haruhiko Nishimura, Masahito Tomimasu, Naotake Kamiura, and Nobuyuki Matsui
Paper: pp. 162-167
FCM-Type Fuzzy Clustering of Mixed Databases Considering Nominal Variable Quantification
Abstract
Katsuhiro Honda, Ryo Uesugi, and Hidetomo Ichihashi
Paper: pp. 168-175
Hierarchical Parallel Placement Using a Genetic Algorithm for Realizing Low Power Consumption
Abstract
Masaya Yoshikawa and Hidekazu Terai
Paper: pp. 176-186
Infinite Computation in the Equivalent Transformation Model
Abstract
Hiroshi Mabuchi, Kiyoshi Akama, Hidekatsu Koike, and Katsunori Miura
Paper: pp. 187-194
Image Thresholding Computation Using Atanassov’s Intuitionistic Fuzzy Sets
Abstract
H. Bustince, E. Barrenechea, M. Pagola, and R. Orduna
Paper: pp. 195-201
New Fast Principal Component Analysis for Face Detection
Abstract
Hazem M. El-Bakry
Paper: pp. 202-209
New Similarity Measures of Intuitionistic Fuzzy Sets
Abstract
Hassan Rezaei and Masao Mukaidono
Paper: pp. 210-219
Constraint Solving Specializations for Equality on an Interval-Variable Domain
Abstract
Hiroshi Mabuchi, Kiyoshi Akama, Katsunori Miura, and Takahiko Ishikawa
Paper: pp. 220-231
Genetic and Bacterial Programming for B-Spline Neural Networks Design
Abstract
János Botzheim, Cristiano Cabrita, László T. Kóczy, and Antonio E. Ruano
Paper: pp. 232-241
Biological Rhythm Based Wearable Sleep State Observer
Abstract
Yuki Wakuda, Akiko Noda, Yasuhisa Hasegawa, Fumihito Arai, Toshio Fukuda, and Mitsuo Kawaguchi
Paper: pp. 242-249
Emulating Qubits with Fuzzy Logic
Abstract
M. Skander Hannachi, Yutaka Hatakeyama, and Kaoru Hirota

No.1

(Jan)

Special Issue on Modeling Decisions for Artificial Intelligence

Special Issue on Modeling Decisions for Artificial Intelligence

Editorial: p. 3
Modeling Decisions for Artificial Intelligence
Vicenç Torra, Yasuo Narukawa, and Sadaaki Miyamoto
This special issue presents seven papers that are revised and expanded versions of papers presented at the 2nd International Conference on "Modeling Decisions for Artificial Intelligence" (MDAI). This conference, that took place in Tsukuba (Japan) in July 2005, was the second of the series of MDAI conferences that were initiated in 2004 in Barcelona (Catalonia, Spain). In April 2006, the third edition was held in Tarragona (Catalonia, Spain) and the fourth one is planned in Kitakyushu (Japan) in August 2007. These series of conferences were initiated to foster the use of decision related tools as well as information fusion technologies within artificial intelligence applications. In this issue, we present enhanced version of seven papers presented in the conference. The first paper describes a tool that uses fuzzy logic and neural networks for assigning a treatment to rheumatism. The selection of the appropriate treatment follows oriental medicine. The second paper by Wanyama and Far describes a tool for trade-off analysis to be used in those situations related with decision making in which there is no dominant solution. The third paper is devoted to autonomous mobile robots. The authors describe a multi-layered fuzzy control system for the self-localization of the robot. Two papers devoted to fuzzy clustering follow in this issue. First, one that presents a regularization approach with nonlinear membership weights. One of the proposed methods makes not only possible to perform attraction of data to clusters but also repulsion between different clusters. The second paper on clustering proposes the simultaneous application of homogeneity analysis and fuzzy clustering through the consideration of an appropriate objective function that includes two types of memberships. The sixth paper presents a tool for e-mail classification. The tool brings the name of FIS-CRM that stands for Fuzzy Interrelations and Synonymy Conceptual Representation Model. The issue finishes with a paper on meta-heuristic algorithms for a class of container loading problems. To finish this introduction, we would like t...<more>
Paper: pp. 4-10
Applying Fuzzy Logic and Neural Network to Rheumatism Treatment in Oriental Medicine
Abstract
Cao Thang, Eric W. Cooper, Yukinobu Hoshino, and Katsuari Kamei
Paper: pp. 11-20
A Qualitative Reasoning Model for Tradeoff Analysis in Multiple Objective Decision Making
Abstract
Tom Wanyama and Behrouz Homayoun Far
Paper: pp. 21-27
Multilayered Fuzzy Behavior Control for an Autonomous Mobile Robot with Multiple Omnidirectional Vision System: MOVIS
Abstract
Yoichiro Maeda and Wataru Shimizuhira
Paper: pp. 28-34
A Regularization Approach to Fuzzy Clustering with Nonlinear Membership Weights
Abstract
Katsuhiro Honda and Hidetomo Ichihashi
Paper: pp. 35-39
Quantification of Multivariate Categorical Data Considering Typicality of Item
Abstract
Chi-Hyon Oh, Katsuhiro Honda, and Hidetomo Ichihashi
Paper: pp. 40-50
FzMail: Using FIS-CRM for E-mail Classification
Abstract
Francisco P. Romero, José A. Olivas, and Pablo J. Garcés
Paper: pp. 51-60
Metaheuristic Algorithms for Container Loading Problems: Framework and Knowledge Utilization
Abstract
Sadaaki Miyamoto, Yasunori Endo, Koki Hanzawa, and Yukihiro Hamasuna
Paper: pp. 61-70
Landscape Image Retrieval with Query by Sketch and Icon
Abstract
Takahiro Hayashi, Atsushi Ishikawa, and Rikio Onai
Paper: pp. 71-78
An Inference Method for Fuzzy Quantified Natural Language Propositions Based on New Interpretation of Truth Qualification
Abstract
Wataru Okamoto, Shun’ichi Tano, Toshiharu Iwatani, and Atsushi Inoue
Paper: pp. 79-86
Genetic Network Programming with Actor-Critic
Abstract
Hiroyuki Hatakeyama, Shingo Mabu, Kotaro Hirasawa, and Jinglu Hu
Paper: pp. 87-95
An Incremental Neural Network for Online Supervised Learning and Topology Learning
Abstract
Youki Kamiya, Shen Furao, and Osamu Hasegawa
Paper: pp. 96-104
Multilayered GMDH-Type Neural Network with Radial Basis Functions and its Application to 3-Dimensional Medical Image Recognition of the Liver
Abstract
Tadashi Kondo, Junji Ueno, and Abhijit S. Pandya
Paper: pp. 105-110
Prior’s Three-Valued Modal Logic Q and its Possible Applications
Abstract
Seiki Akama and Yasunori Nagata
Paper: pp. 111-117
Evaluation of Appropriate Body Placement and Notification Modality of a Wearable Clip-on Notifier Using an Experimental Platform
Abstract
Vlaho Kostov, Eiichi Naito, Takashi Tajima, and Jun Ozawa
Paper: pp. 118-125
Intelligent Work-Study Support Based on Interactive Web Guide
Abstract
Masaaki Tanaka, Tokuro Matsuo, Takayuki Ito, Tadachika Ozono, and Toramatsu Shintani

Vol.10 (2006)

No.6

(Nov)

Special Issue on Language-Based Human Intelligence and Personalization

Special Issue on Language-Based Human Intelligence and Personalization

Editorial: pp. 771-772
Language-Based Human Intelligence and Personalization
Ichiro Kobayashi
At the annual conference of the Japan Society for Artificial Intelligence (JSAI), a special survival session called "Challenge for Realizing Early Profits (CREP)" is organized to support and promote excellent ideas in new AI technologies expected to be realized and contributed to society within five years. Every year at the session, researchers propose their ideas and compete in being evaluated by conference participants. The Everyday Language Computing (ELC) project, started in 2000 at the Brain Science Institute, RIKEN, and ended in 2005, participated in the CREP program in 2001 to have their project evaluated by third parties and held an organized session every year in which those interested in language-based intelligence and personalization participate. They competed with other candidates, survived the session, and achieved the session's final goal to survive for five years. Papers in this special issue selected for presentation at the session include the following: The first article, "Everyday-Language Computing Project Overview," by Ichiro Kobayashi et al., gives an overview and the basic technologies of the ELC Project. The second to sixth papers are related to the ELC Project. The second article, "Computational Models of Language Within Context and Context-Sensitive Language Understanding," by Noriko Ito et al., proposes a new database, called the "semiotic base," that compiles linguistic resources with contextual information and an algorithm for achieving natural language understanding with the semiotic base. The third article, "Systemic-Functional Context-Sensitive Text Generation in the Framework of Everyday Language Computing," by Yusuke Takahashi et al., proposes an algorithm to generate texts with the semiotic base. The fourth article, "Natural Language-Mediated Software Agentification," by Michiaki Iwazume et al., proposes a method for agentifying and verbalizing existing software applications, together with a scheme for operating/running them. The fifth article, "Smart Help for Novice Users Based on Application Software Manuals," by Shino Iwashita et al., proposes a new framework for reusing electronic sof...<more>
Review: pp. 773-781
Everyday-Language Computing Project Overview
Abstract
Ichiro Kobayashi, Michio Sugeno, Toru Sugimoto, Shino Iwashita, Noriko Ito, Michiaki Iwazume, and Yusuke Takahashi
Paper: pp. 782-790
Computational Models of Language Within Context and Context-Sensitive Language Understanding
Abstract
Noriko Ito, Toru Sugimoto, Yusuke Takahashi, Shino Iwashita, and Michio Sugeno
Paper: pp. 791-801
Systemic-Functional Context-Sensitive Text Generation in the Framework of Everyday Language Computing
Abstract
Yusuke Takahashi and Ichiro Kobayashi
Paper: pp. 802-810
Natural Language-Mediated Software Agentification
Abstract
Michiaki Iwazume, Ichiro Kobayashi, and Michio Sugeno
Paper: pp. 811-820
Smart Help for Novice Users Based on Application Software Manuals
Abstract
Shino Iwashita, Noriko Ito, Ichiro Kobayashi, Toru Sugimoto, and Michio Sugeno
Paper: pp. 821-829
Programming in Everyday Language: A Case for Email Management
Abstract
Toru Sugimoto, Noriko Ito, Shino Iwashita, and Michio Sugeno
Paper: pp. 830-837
Application of Paraphrasing to Programming with Linguistic Expressions
Abstract
Nozomu Kaneko and Takehisa Onisawa
Paper: pp. 838-849
A Human Interface Based on Linguistic Metaphor and Intention Reasoning
Abstract
Koichi Yamada, Mutsumi Tamai, and Muneyuki Unehara
Paper: pp. 850-858
Automatic Metadata Annotation Based on User Preference Evaluation Patterns
Abstract
Mari Saito
Paper: pp. 859-867
Dynamic Sense Representation Using Conceptual Fuzzy Sets
Abstract
Hiroshi Sekiya, Takeshi Kondo, Makoto Hashimoto, and Tomohiro Takagi
Paper: pp. 868-875
Common Sense from the Web? Naturalness of Everyday Knowledge Retrieved from WWW
Abstract
Rafal Rzepka, Yali Ge, and Kenji Araki
Paper: pp. 876-912
Semantic Representation for Understanding Meaning Based on Correspondence Between Meanings
Abstract
Akira Takagi, Hideki Asoh, Yukihiro Itoh, Makoto Kondo, and Ichiro Kobayashi
Paper: pp. 913-920
A Histogram Modification Approach for Analysis of Membership Function Relocation in Fuzzy Logic Control
Abstract
Jia Lu and Yunxia Hu
Paper: pp. 921-930
Adaptive Random Search with Intensification and Diversification Combined with Genetic Algorithm
Abstract
Dongkyu Sohn, Hiroyuki Hatakeyama, Shingo Mabu, Kotaro Hirasawa, and Jinglu Hu
Paper: pp. 931-938
An Efficient Specification for System Verification
Abstract
Chikatoshi Yamada, Yasunori Nagata, and Zensho Nakao
Paper: pp. 939-945
Toward a Generalization of Rough Sets Based on Active and Passive Relations
Abstract
Masashi Emoto, Rolly Intan, and Masao Mukaidono
Paper: pp. 946-953
New Similarity Measure Between Two Fuzzy Sets
Abstract
Hassan Rezaei, Masashi Emoto, and Masao Mukaidono
Paper: pp. 954-963
Alternate Genetic Network Programming with Association Rules Acquisition Mechanisms Between Attribute Families
Abstract
Kaoru Shimada, Kotaro Hirasawa, and Jinglu Hu

No.5

(Sep)

Special Issue on Rough Sets and Granular Computing
Special Issue on Web Services Practices

Special Issue on Rough Sets and Granular Computing

Editorial: p. 605
Rough Sets and Granular Computing
Hiroshi Sakai and Masahiro Inuiguchi
Rough sets and granular computing, known as new methodologies for computing technology, are now attracting great interest of researchers. This special issue presents 12 articles, and most of them were presented at the second Japanese workshop on Rough Sets held at Kyushu Institute of Technology in Tobata, Kitakyushu, Japan, on August 17-18, 2005. The first article studies the relation between rough set theory and formal concept analysis. These two frameworks are analyzed and connected by using the method of morphism. The second article introduces object-oriented paradigm into rough set theory, and object-oriented rough set models are proposed. Theoretical aspects of these new models are also examined. The third article considers relations between generalized rough sets, topologies and modal logics, and some topological properties of rough sets induced by equivalence relations are presented. The fourth article focuses on a family of polymodal systems, and theoretical aspects of these systems, like the completeness, are investigated. By means of combining polymodal logic concept and rough set theory, a new framework named multi-rough sets is established. The fifth article focuses on the information incompleteness in fuzzy relational models, and a generalized possibility-based fuzzy relational model is proposed. The sixth article presents a developed software EVALPSN (Extended Vector Annotated Logic Program with Strong Negation) and the application of this software to pipeline valve control. The seventh article presents the properties of attribute reduction in variable precision rough set models. Ten kinds of meaningful reducts are newly proposed, and hierarchical relations in these reducts are examined. The eighth article proposes attribute-value reduction for Kansei analysis using information granulation, and illustrative results for some databases in UCI Machine Learning Repository are presented. The ninth article investigates cluster analysis for data with errors tolerance. Two new clustering algorithms, which are based on the entropy regularized fuzzy c-means, are proposed. The tenth article appli...<more>
Paper: pp. 606-611
Rough Set Approximation as Formal Concept
Abstract
Nozomi Ytow, David R. Morse, and David McL. Roberts
Paper: pp. 612-620
A Theoretical Formulation of Object-Oriented Rough Set Models
Abstract
Yasuo Kudo and Tetsuya Murai
Paper: pp. 621-624
Topological Structures of Rough Sets Induced by Equivalence Relations
Abstract
Michiro Kondo and Wieslaw A. Dudek
Paper: pp. 625-632
A Family of Polymodal Systems and its Application to Generalized Possibility Measures and Multi-Rough Sets
Abstract
Sadaaki Miyamoto, Tetsuya Murai, and Yasuo Kudo
Paper: pp. 633-646
Generalizing Possibility-Based Fuzzy Relational Models
Abstract
Michinori Nakata
Paper: pp. 647-656
Pipeline Valve Control Based on EVALPSN Safety Verification
Abstract
Kazumi Nakamatsu
Paper: pp. 657-665
Structure-Based Attribute Reduction in Variable Precision Rough Set Models
Abstract
Masahiro Inuiguchi
Paper: pp. 666-672
Reduction of Attribute Values for Kansei Representation
Abstract
Yuji Muto, Mineichi Kudo, and Tetsuya Murai
Paper: pp. 673-681
On Fuzzy c-Means for Data with Tolerance
Abstract
Ryuichi Murata, Yasunori Endo, Hideyuki Haruyama, and Sadaaki Miyamoto
Paper: pp. 682-687
An Application of Binary Decision Trees to Pattern Recognition
Abstract
Noboru Takagi
Paper: pp. 688-694
Analysis of Specifications for Web Screen-Design Using Rough Sets
Abstract
Toshinobu Harada and Ryousuke Tanaka
Paper: pp. 695-702
An Application of Discernibility Functions to Generating Minimal Rules in Non-Deterministic Information Systems
Abstract
Hiroshi Sakai and Michinori Nakata

Special Issue on Web Services Practices

Editorial: pp. 703-704
Web Services Practices
Ajith Abraham, Sung-Bae Cho, Thomas Hite, and Sang-Yong Han
Web services – a new breed of self-contained, self-describing, modular applications published, located, and invoked across the Web – handle functions, from simple requests to complicated business processes. They are defined as network-based application components with a services-oriented architecture (SOA) using standard interface description languages and uniform communication protocols. SOA enables organizations to grasp and respond to changing trends and to adapt their business processes rapidly without major changes to the IT infrastructure. The Inaugural International Conference on Next-Generation Web Services Practices (NWeSP'05) attracted researchers who are also the world's most respected authorities on the semantic Web, Web-based services, and Web applications and services. NWeSP'05 was held in cooperation with the IEEE Computer Society Task Force on Electronic Commerce, the Technical Committee on Internet, and the Technical Committee on Scalable Computing. This special issue presents eight papers focused on different aspects of Web services and their applications. Papers were selected based on fundamental ideas and concepts rather than the thoroughness of techniques employed. Papers are organized as follows: Taher et al. present the first paper, on a Quality of Service Information and Computational framework (QoS-IC) supporting QoS-based service selection for SOA. The framework's functionality is expanded using a QoS constraints model that establishes an association relationship between different QoS properties and is used to govern QoS-based service selection in the underlying algorithm. Using a prototype implementation, the authors demonstrate how QoS constraints improve QoS-based service selection and save consumers valuable time. Due to the complex infrastructure of web applications, response times perceived by clients may be significantly longer than desired. To overcome some of the current problems, Vilas et al., in the second paper, propose a cache-based extension of the architecture that enhances the current web services architecture, which is mainly based on program-logic or...<more>
Paper: pp. 705-712
QoS Constrains Model: Establishing QoS Association for Ontology-Based Web Service Selection Mechanism
Abstract
Laila Taher, Rawshan Basha, and Hazem El Khatib
Paper: pp. 713-720
Optimizing Web Services Performance Using Cache
Abstract
Julio Fernández Vilas, Jose J. Pazos Arias, and Ana Fernández Vilas
Paper: pp. 721-727
An Efficient Authorization Mechanism for Secure XML Sources on the Web
Abstract
Sun-Moon Jo and Weon-Hee Yoo
Paper: pp. 728-732
Automatic Web Service Composition Based on Behavior Network
Abstract
Myung-Chul Jung and Sung-Bae Cho
Paper: pp. 733-737
Efficient Merging for Heterogeneous Domain Ontologies Based on WordNet
Abstract
Hyunjang Kong, Myunggwon Hwang, and Pankoo Kim
Paper: pp. 738-743
Efficient Processing of XML Tree Pattern Queries
Abstract
Yangjun Chen and Dunren Che
Paper: pp. 744-751
Minimization of XML Tree Pattern Queries in the Presence of Integrity Constraints
Abstract
Yangjun Chen and Dunren Che
Paper: pp. 752-760
MDVM System Concept, Paging Latency and Round-2 Randomized Leader Election Algorithm in SG
Abstract
Susmit Bagchi, Hafizur Rahaman, and Purnendu Das

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 761-768
Visual Cortex Inspired Intelligent Contour Detection
Abstract
Barna Reskó, Zoltán Petres, András Róka, and Péter Baranyi

No.4

(Jul)

Special Issue on the Sixth International Conference on Fuzzy Systems (AFSS' 2004)
Special Issue: Dedicated to INES 2005 and SISY 2005 Conferences

Special Issue on the Sixth International Conference on Fuzzy Systems (AFSS' 2004)

Editorial: p. 443
the Sixth International Conference on Fuzzy Systems (AFSS' 2004)
Nguyen Hoang Phuong
This special issue features five papers devoted to fuzzy systems and their applications. Papers were selected from those accepted and presented at the Sixth International Conference on Fuzzy Systems (AFSS' 2004) held in Hanoi, Vietnam on December 15-17, 2004. AFSS' 2004 and Tutorials held in Hue city on December 18-19, 2004, included a wide spectrum of research topics on "fuzzy set theory", "intelligent technology", "fuzzy logic and approximate reasoning", "neural networks", "genetic algorithms", "hybrid systems" and "soft computing". Over 40 papers were accepted and presented by researchers from countries including Brazil, Canada, Taiwan, India, Korea, Malaysia, Japan and Vietnam. Five papers receiving outstanding recommendations in reviews have been selected for this issue. The topics they address include fuzzy logic for robots, data mining, neural networks in medicine, Fuzzy Constraint Satisfaction Problems, and hybrid systems. As editors of this special issue, we are sincerely grateful to the authors. Special thanks also go to the referees for their excellent work, to Mr. Kazuki Ohmori for his aid in coordinating the issue's publication, and to the JACIII Editorial Board, especially Professor Kaoru Hirota for his invaluable support and encouragement. Finally, we thank Professors Masao Mukaidono and Witold Pedrycz for their contributions to AFSS' 2004. Without their support, AFSS' 2004 and this issue would not have been possible.
Paper: pp. 444-450
Extending Fuzzy Directional Relationship and Applying for Mobile Robot Collision Avoidance Behavior
Abstract
Long Thanh Ngo, Long The Pham, Phuong Hoang Nguyen, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 451-457
Dual Scaling in Data Mining from Text Databases
Abstract
Junzo Watada, Keisuke Aoki, Masahiro Kawano, and Muhammad Suzuri Hitam
Paper: pp. 458-464
A Proposed Model of Diagnosis and Prescription in Oriental Medicine Using RBF Neural Networks
Abstract
Cao Thang, Eric W. Cooper, Yukinobu Hoshino, Katsuari Kamei, and Nguyen Hoang Phuong
Paper: pp. 465-471
Extending Fuzzy Constraint Satisfaction Problems
Abstract
Yasuhiro Sudo, Masahito Kurihara, and Tamotsu Mitamura
Paper: pp. 472-476
Hybrid Module of the IACVIRTUAL Project
Abstract
Lourdes M. Brasil, Jean C. C. Rojas, Fernando M. de Azevedo, and Carlos W. D. de Almeida

Special Issue: Dedicated to INES 2005 and SISY 2005 Conferences

Editorial: pp. 477-478
Special Issue: Dedicated to INES 2005 and SISY 2005 Conferences
Imre J. Rudas, and János Fodor
The current issue contains 12 papers presented at the IEEE 9th International Conference on Intelligent Engineering Systems (INES 2005), Cruising on the Mediterranean Sea, on September 16-19, 2005, and 3rd Serbian-Hungarian Joint Symposium on Intelligent Systems (SISY 2005), in Subotica, Serbia and Montenegro, on August 31-September 1, 2005. The topics of the two conferences are very close to each other and regard Intelligent Systems both from practical and theoretical point of view. These successful conferences brought together active participants and joined researchers from several countries working on this very quickly developing, more and more important field. After a preliminary selection made by the section chairs and the International Program Committees, we have selected 12 papers to be published in extended form in the current Special Issue of the Journal of Advanced Computational Intelligence and Intelligent Informatics. We would like to express our thanks to our sponsors, the organizers and mainly to the participants, who made these scientific events possible. Also, we express our thanks to the Editors of the Journal of Advanced Computational Intelligence and Intelligent Informatics, for publishing this Special Issue. In the following we briefly describe each paper. A. Almeida, G. Marreiros present a model to support collaborative scheduling in complex dynamic manufacturing environments. This model considers the interaction between an Agent based Scheduling Module and a Group Decision Support Module. P. Baranyi, Z. Petres, P. L. Várkonyi, P. Korondi and Y. Yam study in their paper how the Tensor Product model transformation is capable of determining different types of convex hulls of the Linear Time Invariant models. The study is conducted through the example of the prototypical aeroelastic wing section. B. Bede, H. Nobuhara, J. Fodor and K. Hirota propose the study of the problem if usual sum and product can be substituted by max and product operations in defining approximation operators. In this sense max-product Shepard approximation operators are defined...<more>
Paper: pp. 479-485
An Approach to Collaborative Scheduling Through Group Decision Support
Abstract
Ana Almeida, and Goreti Marreiros
Paper: pp. 486-493
Determination of Different Polytopic Models of the Prototypical Aeroelastic Wing Section by TP Model Transformation
Abstract
Péter Baranyi, Zoltán Petres, Péter L. Várkonyi, Péter Korondi, and Yeung Yam
Paper: pp. 494-497
Max-Product Shepard Approximation Operators
Abstract
Barnabás Bede, Hajime Nobuhara, János Fodor, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 498-503
Classification of Time Series Using Singular Values and Wavelet Subband Analysis with ANN and SVM Classifiers
Abstract
Balázs Benyó, Péter Somogyi, and Béla Paláncz
Paper: pp. 504-509
Implementation of Course Model Driven Virtual Classroom in Higher Education
Abstract
József Gáti, and Gyula Kártyás
Paper: pp. 510-516
Intelligent Human-Computer Communication of Engineers at Extended Companies
Abstract
László Horváth, and Imre J. Rudas
Paper: pp. 517-521
Incorporating Infatuation in Multi-Agent Systems
Abstract
Mirko Maleković, and Mirko Čubrilo
Paper: pp. 522-526
Two-Dimensional Copulas as Important Binary Aggregation Operators
Abstract
Endre Pap, and Marta Takács
Paper: pp. 527-533
Cognitive Vision Inspired Contour and Vertex Detection
Abstract
Barna Reskó, Ádám B. Csapó, and Péter Baranyi
Paper: pp. 534-541
g-Calculus-Based Compositional Rule of Inference
Abstract
Marta Takács
Paper: pp. 542-548
Geometric Identification and Control of Nonlinear Dynamic Systems Based on Floating Basis Vector Representation
Abstract
József K. Tar, Imre J. Rudas, and Miklós Rontó
Paper: pp. 549-554
Fuzzy Based Brightness Compensation for High Dynamic Range Images
Abstract
Annamária R. Várkonyi-Kóczy, András Rövid, and Péter Várlaki

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 555-566
Realizing Functional Localization Using Genetic Network Programming with Importance Index
Abstract
Shinji Eto, Hiroyuki Hatakeyama, Shingo Mabu, Kotaro Hirasawa, and Jinglu Hu
Paper: pp. 567-577
Feed-Forward Neural Networks Based on the Eigenstates of the Quantum Harmonic Oscillator
Abstract
Gerasimos Rigatos
Paper: pp. 578-585
Opposition-Based Reinforcement Learning
Abstract
Hamid R. Tizhoosh
Paper: pp. 586-593
Approximate Reasoning in Supervised Classification Systems
Abstract
Hamid Seridi, Herman Akdag, Rachid Mansouri, and Mohamed Nemissi
Paper: pp. 594-601
Application of Fuzzy Inference Method in Printing Pressure State Expectation System
Abstract
Jianping Jing, Yasufumi Takama, and Toru Yamaguchi

No.3

(May)

Selected Papers from InTech'04

Selected Papers from InTech'04

Editorial: pp. 243-244
Selected Papers from InTech'04
Richard Aló, and Vladik Kreinovich
The main objective of the annual International Conference on Intelligent Technologies (InTech) is to bring together researchers and practitioners who implement intelligent and fuzzy technologies in real-world environment. The Fifth International Conference on Intelligent Technologies InTech'04 was held in Houston, Texas, on December 2-4, 2004. Topics of InTech'04 included mathematical foundations of intelligent technologies, traditional Artificial Intelligent techniques, uncertainty processing and methods of soft computing, learning/adaptive systems/data mining, and applications of intelligent technologies. This special issue contains versions of 15 selected papers originally presented at InTech'04. These papers cover most of the topics of the conference. Several papers describe new applications of the existing intelligent techniques. R. Aló{o} et al. show how traditional statistical hypotheses testing techniques – originally designed for processing measurement results – need to be modified when applied to simulated data – e.g., when we compare the quality of two algorithms. Y. Frayman et al. use mathematical morphology and genetic algorithms in the design of a machine vision system for detecting surface defects in aluminum die casting. Y. Murai et al. propose a new faster entropy-based placement algorithm for VLSI circuit design and similar applications. A. P. Salvatore et al. show how expert system-type techniques can help in scheduling botox treatment for voice disorders. H. Tsuji et al. propose a new method, based on partial differential equations, for automatically identifying and extracting objects from a video. N. Ward uses Ordered Weighted Average (OWA) techniques to design a model that predicts admission of computer science students into different graduate schools. An important aspect of intelligence is ability to learn. In A. Mahaweerawat et al., neural-based machine learning is used to identify and predict software faults. J. Han et al. show that we can drastically improve the quality of machine learning if, in additi...<more>
Paper: pp. 245-259
Formalization of the Equivalent Transformation Computation Model
Abstract
Kiyoshi Akama, and Ekawit Nantajeewarawat
Paper: pp. 260-264
Testing Hypotheses on Simulated Data: Why Traditional Hypotheses-Testing Statistics Are Not Always Adequate for Simulated Data, and How to Modify Them
Abstract
Richard Aló, Vladik Kreinovich, and Scott A. Starks
Paper: pp. 265-269
A Framework for Robust and Resilient Critical Infrastructure Systems
Abstract
Jagdish Chandra
Paper: pp. 270-280
Semantic Query Optimization: Correctness and Control
Abstract
Pongtawat Chippimolchai, Kiyoshi Akama, and Vilas Wuwongse
Paper: pp. 281-286
Machine Vision System for Automatic Inspection of Surface Defects in Aluminum Die Casting
Abstract
Yakov Frayman, Hong Zheng, and Saeid Nahavandi
Paper: pp. 287-294
Discovering Both Positive and Negative Fuzzy Association Rules in Large Transaction Databases
Abstract
Jianchao Han, and Mohsen Beheshti
Paper: pp. 295-301
Knowledge Extraction from a Mixed Transfer Function Artificial Neural Network
Abstract
M. Imad Khan, Yakov Frayman, and Saeid Nahavandi
Paper: pp. 302-311
Dynamic Interaction of Syntactic and Semantic Analyses Based on the Equivalent Transformation Computation Model
Abstract
Hidekatsu Koike, Kiyoshi Akama, and Hiroshi Mabuchi
Paper: pp. 312-322
MASP – An Enhanced Model of Fault Type Identification in Object-Oriented Software Engineering
Abstract
Atchara Mahaweerawat, Peraphon Sophatsathit, Chidchanok Lursinsap, and Petr Musilek
Paper: pp. 323-331
Fast Placement Algorithm for Rectilinear Jigsaw Puzzles
Abstract
Yasuyuki Murai, Hiroyuki Tsuji, Hisayuki Tatsumi, and Shinji Tokumasu
Paper: pp. 332-338
Expert System-Type Approach to Voice Disorders: Scheduling Botulinum Toxin Treatment for Adductor Spasmodic Dysphonia
Abstract
Anthony P. Salvatore, Amitava Biswas, Vladik Kreinovich, Bertha Manriquez, Michael P. Cannito, and Robert J. Sinard
Paper: pp. 339-348
Converting Constraint Handling Rules to Equivalent Transformation Rules
Abstract
Yoshinori Shigeta, Kiyoshi Akama, Hiroshi Mabuchi, and Hidekatsu Koike
Paper: pp. 349-361
Design of Nondeterministic Program Termination Based on the Equivalent Transformation Computation Model
Abstract
Itaru Takarajima, Kiyoshi Akama, Ikumi Imani, and Hiroshi Mabuchi
Paper: pp. 362-371
Extracting Objects Using Contour Evolutions in Edge-Based Object Tracking
Abstract
Hiroyuki Tsuji, Shinji Tokumasu, Hiroki Takahashi, and Masayuki Nakajima
Paper: pp. 372-383
Towards a Model of Computer Science Graduate Admissions Decisions
Abstract
Nigel Ward
Paper: pp. 385-394
Elevator Group Supervisory Control System Using Genetic Network Programming with Functional Localization
Abstract
Toru Eguchi, Jin Zhou, Shinji Eto, Kotaro Hirasawa, Jinglu Hu, and Sandor Markon
Paper: pp. 395-408
Incremental Learning, Recognition, and Generation of Time-Series Patterns Based on Self-Organizing Segmentation
Abstract
Shogo Okada, and Osamu Hasegawa
Paper: pp. 409-418
An Efficient Algorithm for Traffic Sign Detection
Abstract
Aryuanto Soetedjo, and Koichi Yamada
Paper: pp. 419-431
Generic Database for Hybrid Bayesian Pattern Recognition
Abstract
Kiril I. Tenekedjiev, Carlos A. Kobashikawa, Natalia D. Nikolova, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 432-439
Q-SEE: Qualitative Simulation Support System in Economic Education
Abstract
Tokuro Matsuo, Masaki Komatsu, Takayuki Ito, and Toramatsu Shintani

No.2

(Mar)

Selected Papers from HNICEM 2005

Selected Papers from HNICEM 2005

Editorial: p. 135
Selected Papers from HNICEM 2005
Elmer P. Dadios
HNICEM is a biennial international conference of experts in the fields of Robotics, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Control and Communication, Environment, and Management. This special issue presents 11 articles selected from HNICEM 2005 that will provide valuable references for researchers and practitioners. The first article presents new content-based image retrieval based on the visual keys concept. Visual keys are defined as representative regions extracted from an image database and are constructed using image feature clustering. The second article presents interactive video recording and playback technique originally developed for biomedical multimedia training. The third article proposes techniques for determining motion parameters based on complex number expression of the rotation matrix. The fourth article studies the learning behavior of Genetic Algorithm and its potential in real time non-linear control. The effects of different parameters used in the GA for its learning are analyzed. The fifth article presents a Coordinated Hybrid Agent (CHA) framework for the control of Multi-Agent Systems (MASs) applied to a heterogeneous multi-agent such as a mobile robot, an overhead crane, and a robot manipulator. The sixth article presents an algorithm that emulates human inference in deducing root causes, avoiding intermediary causes and anticipating subsequent moves. The seventh article proposes a technique to create Intelligent Distributed Robotic Systems (IDRS) that show smart behavior using a wrapper-components approach. The eighth article presents an autonomous mobile robot with neural network (NN) vision that searches for and collects golf balls in an open or indoor golf driving range. The ninth article demonstrates the technological benefits of miniaturizing machine tools in the context of machine stiffness and accuracy. It also presents the design philosophy and configuration of a 4-axis miniaturized vertical machining center with a positioning accuracy of 4 to 10nm. The tenth article investigates a new type of ion exchanger for high ion exchange capacity (IEC) and rapid ion exchange velocity. Experiment...<more>
Paper: pp. 136-144
Designing Image Retrieval System with the Concept of Visual Keys
Abstract
Manabu Serata, Yutaka Hatakeyama, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 145-149
Interactive Reality System (IRiS): Interactive 3D Video Playback in Multimedia Applications
Abstract
Andreas Oikonomou, Saad Amin, Raouf N. G. Naguib, Alison Todman, and Hassanein Al-Omishy
Paper: pp. 150-154
Novel Approach to Determining Camera Motion Parameters
Abstract
Ken-ichi Sakina
Paper: pp. 155-160
Genetic Algorithm On Line Controller for the Flexible Inverted Pendulum Problem
Abstract
Elmer P. Dadios, Patrick S. Fernandez, and David J. Williams
Paper: pp. 161-167
Multi-Agent Based Control of a Heterogeneous System
Abstract
Howard Li, Fakhreddine Karray, Otman Basir, and Insop Song
Paper: pp. 168-172
An Inference Algorithm for Electronic System Diagnostics at the Block Diagram Level
Abstract
Celso Bation Co
Paper: pp. 173-180
Building Intelligent Robotics Systems with Distributed Components
Abstract
Federico Guedea-Elizalde, Rogelio Soto, Fakhreddine Karray, and Insop Song
Paper: pp. 181-186
Neural Network Vision-Guided Mobile Robot for Retrieving Driving-Range Golf Balls
Abstract
Elmer P. Dadios, Kaoru Hirota, Michelle L. Catigum, Albert C. Gutierrez, Danison R. Rodrigo, Christopher Allan G. San Juan, and Jeffrey T. Tan
Paper: pp. 187-195
Precision Machining with Micro-Scale Vertical Machining Center
Abstract
Daniel J. Cox, Glynn Newby, Hyung Wook Park, Steven Y. Liang, Wang-Lin Liu, Shang-Bin Hsieh, and Joon Hwang
Paper: pp. 196-200
Preparation of Cation Exchanger Using Electrospun Polystyrene Nanofiber
Abstract
Hyung-Hwan An, and Changyun Shin
Paper: pp. 201-206
Mapping Wireless Access Network Traffic to Multiservice Provisioning Platform
Abstract
Sandisiwe N. Ncemane, H. Anthony Chan, and Tope R. Karem

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 207-218
A Speedup Algorithm for Repetition of Hypothetical Reasoning
Abstract
Haruhiko Kimura, Tadanobu Misawa, Koji Abe, and Yasuhiro Ogoshi
Paper: pp. 219-224
Fuzzy Ratings and Crisp Feedback in Fuzzy AHP for Supporting Human Decision Making
Abstract
Toshiyuki Yamashita
Paper: pp. 225-233
Adaptive Fuzzy Control for a Class of Nonlinear Systems with State Observer
Abstract
Hugang Han
Paper: pp. 234-240
Object Reconfiguration with Dextrous Robot Agents
Abstract
Gábor Vass, Béla Lantos, and Shahram Payandeh

No.1

(Jan)

Regular papers

Regular Papers

Paper: pp. 3-10
Switching Model Construction and Stability Analysis for Nonlinear Systems
Abstract
Hiroshi Ohtake, and Kazuo Tanaka
Paper: pp. 11-16
Voting-Based Approach to Nullspace Search for Correspondence Matching and Shape Recovery
Abstract
Kazuhiko Kawamoto, Atsushi Imiya, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 17-25
A Hybrid Neuro-Symbolic Approach for Arabic Handwritten Word Recognition
Abstract
Labiba Souici-Meslati, and Mokhtar Sellami
Paper: pp. 26-34
Fuzzy Configuration Space for Moving Obstacle Avoidance of Autonomous Mobile Robots
Abstract
Jorge Guerra, Hajime Nobuhara, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 35-49
Genetically Optimized Multi-Layer Fuzzy Polynomial Neural Networks: Analysis and Design
Abstract
Sung-Kwun Oh, Witold Pedrycz, and Ho-Sung Park
Paper: pp. 50-59
Chain Restaurant Work Scheduling Based on Genetic Algorithm with Fuzzy Logic
Abstract
Makoto Watanabe, Hajime Nobuhara, Kazuhiko Kawamoto, Fangyan Dong, and Kaoru Hirota
Paper: pp. 60-68
Velocity Control Strategy for a Spider-Robot Based on Autonomous Walking Form Transition
Abstract
Takeo Ohnishi, and Toshiyuki Asakura
Paper: pp. 69-76
Combining the Global and Partial Information for Distance-Based Time Series Classification and Clustering
Abstract
Hui Zhang, Tu Bao Ho, Mao-Song Lin, and Wei Huang
Paper: pp. 77-83
Experimentally Constructing Semantic Models Based on DNA Computing
Abstract
Yusei Tsuboi, Zuwairie Ibrahim, and Osamu Ono
Paper: pp. 84-92
FCAPS: Fuzzy Controller with Approximated Policy Search Approach
Abstract
Agus Naba, and Kazuo Miyashita
Paper: pp. 93-101
Robust Face Detection for Low-Resolution Images
Abstract
Shinji Hayashi, and Osamu Hasegawa
Paper: pp. 102-111
Genetic Network Programming with Acquisition Mechanisms of Association Rules
Abstract
Kaoru Shimada, Kotaro Hirasawa, and Jinglu Hu
Paper: pp. 112-120
Dedicated Floorplanning Engine Architecture Based on Genetic Algorithm and Evaluation
Abstract
Masaya Yoshikawa, and Hidekazu Terai
Paper: pp. 121-131
A Proposal of Visualization Method for Interpretable Fuzzy Model on Fusion Axes
Abstract
Kosuke Yamamoto, Tomohiro Yoshikawa, and Takeshi Furuhashi

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